One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted by Beni Ourain tribes in the Middle Atlas mountains of Morocco
Dimensions: 5'10" x 9'5" (180 cm x 289 cm)
Gretjen has been professionally cleaned; age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs.
Rug Type:
Hand-knotted Rugs
Sturdy pile rugs meticulously woven by hand, with individually hand-tied knots, so no two are exactly alike
Age:
Vintage
Typically between 20-100 years old
Main Color:
Cream
Rug Details
One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
100% wool pile on cotton foundation
Dimensions: 5'10" x 9'5" (180 cm x 289 cm)
Plush pile: approximately 1.2"(3cm)
Color palette: cream, charcoal, graphite gray
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
Motifs
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 Originally made for personal use, these rugs took months to weave, documenting a shifting tide of events and emotions in the weaver’s life.
An absolute classic, diamond-based designs create a beautiful and dynamic field of geometric shapes
A tree of life, a symbol found in religions worldwide, alludes to nature and was commonly used in Amazigh tattoos
Directional design or color gradients with purposeful asymmetry and movement
Origin
As of 1991, the large Beni Ourain tribal territory was home to nearly a quarter of the Moroccan sheep population. This rather large group of tribes are famous for their fleece-like white rugs, designed for sleeping on and under, with a barely-visible meandering black or brown diamond lattice design.
Material Details
Wool, 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 strong cotton foundation, prized for its sturdiness.
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.
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--\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% wool pile on cotton foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 5'10\" x 9'5\" (180 cm x 289 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlush pile: approximately 1.2\"(3cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor palette: cream, charcoal, graphite gray\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\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- notes --\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMotifs\u003c\/b\u003e\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\u003eAn absolute classic, diamond-based designs create a beautiful and dynamic field of geometric shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA tree of life, a symbol found in religions worldwide, alludes to nature and was commonly used in Amazigh tattoos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional design or color gradients with purposeful asymmetry and movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs of 1991, the large Beni Ourain tribal territory was home to nearly a quarter of the Moroccan sheep population. This rather large group of tribes are famous for their fleece-like white rugs, designed for sleeping on and under, with a barely-visible meandering black or brown diamond lattice design. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial Details\u003c\/b\u003e\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 soft—so it’s super comfy to walk and relax on. In this piece, the wool pile is knotted onto a strong cotton foundation, prized for its sturdiness.\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"}