Sonia Vintage Tribal Kilim Rug
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Rug Description
One-of-a-kind new rug, flatwoven by skilled artisans using techniques originated in the city of Khenifra in the Middle Atlas mountains of Morocco
Dimensions: 9'10" x 13'6" (300 cm x 413 cm)
Sonia has been professionally cleaned; age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs.
Rug Type:
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Kilim
Flatwoven, pileless rugs that often have distinctive geometric patterns and contrasting bright colors.
Age:
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Vintage
Typically between 20-100 years old
Main Color:
- Multicolor
Color Palette:
- Dusty Rose Pink
A medium-to-light pink-red
- Teal
A medium blue-green
- Charcoal
A dark gray
- Bone Beige
A pale, cool beige
Rug Details
- One-of-a-kind new rug — only one in stock!
- 100% wool
- Dimensions: 9'10" x 13'6" (300 cm x 413 cm)
- Fringe: measures 0.8" (2 cm)
- Color palette: dusty rose pink, teal, charcoal, bone beige
- These rugs are prized for their expressive design and construction. Their freeform edges meander and wiggle, unbound by constrictions of mass production.
- Some of the wool used in this piece is locally sourced and contains a degree of straw-like plant matter. We ensure that the rug meets all standards for quality and this does not detract from its overall aesthetic
Curator's Notes
- Moroccan rugs don’t come with a key. As with any painting or poem, their motifs have many subjective interpretations. Originally made for personal use, these rugs took months to weave, documenting a shifting tide of events and emotions in the weaver’s life.
- A minimalist, midcentury design with art deco elements
- Directional design or color gradients with purposeful asymmetry and movemen
- Architectural elements represent significant structures like tents, minarets, and houses
- Abrash adds visual depth and texture in its variation in color and tone
- A handsome, hand-braided fringe woven from threads of the loom
Once associated with Zayane tribes, the town of Khenifra is a center for contemporary rug production. Today, in part due to its proximity to Aguelmouss, rugs from this area are frequently inspired by the Beni M'rirt style, identifiable by their geometric motifs.
Material DetailsWool, a staple in Moroccan rug design, was considered almost sacred to the Amazigh (Berber) people, whose nomadic lifestyle included sheep and goat herding. In addition to being available, wool is durable, long-lasting, and incredibly plush—so it’s super comfy to walk and relax on. In this piece, the wool pile is knotted onto a wool foundation, adding body and helping it hug the floor.
Moroccan wool is locally sourced and produces a thick, strong pile that feels soft and fluffy underfoot. A small amount of shedding is to be expected from this natural fiber, but it’s worth it: its high pile is beloved for its wild, tousled texture.
