Viertel Vintage Moroccan Rug

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Their freeform edges meander and wiggle, unbound by constrictions of mass production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- notes --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMotifs\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoroccan rugs don’t come with a key. As with any painting or poem, their motifs have many subjective interpretations. 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age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- details --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 6'0\" x 11'0\" (184 cm x 336 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlush pile: approximately 0.8\"(2cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-sided fringe: measures 3.5\" (9 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor palette: eggplant, charcoal, spiced pumpkin orange, seafoam green, cherry red, magenta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese rugs are prized for their expressive design and construction. Their freeform edges meander and wiggle, unbound by constrictions of mass production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- notes --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMotifs\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoroccan 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 Originally made for personal use, these rugs took months to weave, documenting a shifting tide of events and emotions in the weaver’s life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA series of repeating medallions create a beautifully complex field or pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtisanal and tribal, geometric designs feature angular edges and primitive shapes—like diamonds, squares, lattices, and stylized animals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA classic, eight-pointed star stands for balance and harmony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA geometric, step-like pattern which expresses the primitive, artisanal qualities of weaving from nomadic cultures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbrash adds visual depth and texture in its variation in color and tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA handsome, hand-braided fringe woven from threads of the loom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA confederation of tribes whose territory sat between Rabat and Meknès, the Zemmour wove piled rugs which tend to be smaller than most Middle Atlas rugs. These pieces often combine vertical and horiziontal rows of motifs into a chessboard design, but also feature diamond or triangular arrangements. Red is frequently used for the ground and\/or the selvedge edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial Details\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWool, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoroccan wool is locally sourced and produces a thick, strong pile that feels soft underfoot. Having stood the test of time, this hand-processed wool has reacted to its various environments, acquiring an untamed, nubby look and feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e"}