Gerhild Vintage Moroccan Rug
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Rug Description
One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted the town of Talsint in eastern Morocco.
Dimensions: 5'10" x 8'9" (178 cm x 267 cm)
Gerhild has been professionally cleaned; age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs.
Rug Type:
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Naturally Aged
Vintage, handwoven rugs from Turkey and Morocco, selected for their color and design and preserved as-is.
Age:
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Vintage
Typically between 20-100 years old
Main Color:
- Pink
Color Palette:
- Salmon Pink
A light, slightly coral pink
- Coral
A light-to-medium reddish-pinkish orange
- Espresso Brown
An almost-black brown
- Graphite Gray
A medium true gray
- Maroon
A medium-to-dark purplish red
Rug Details
- One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
- 100% wool
- Dimensions: 5'10" x 8'9" (178 cm x 267 cm)
- Plush pile: approximately 0.8"(2cm)
- Color palette: salmon pink, coral, espresso brown, graphite gray, maroon
- These rugs are prized for their expressive design and construction. Their freeform edges meander and wiggle, unbound by constrictions of mass production.
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 Originally made for personal use, these rugs took months to weave, documenting a shifting tide of events and emotions in the weaver’s life.
- Artisanal and tribal, geometric designs feature angular edges and simple shapes—like diamonds, squares, lattices, and stylized animals
- Directional design or color gradients with purposeful asymmetry and movement
- Architectural elements represent significant structures like tents, minarets, and houses
The market town for the Aït Bou Ichaouen tribe, Talsint rugs typically feature wool wefts, cotton warps, and lots of color.
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 soft—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 underfoot. Having stood the test of time, this hand-processed wool has reacted to its various environments, acquiring an untamed, nubby look and feel.
