Gulan Vintage Moroccan Rug

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age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!-- details --\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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 3'11\" x 6'9\" (121 cm x 208 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlush pile: approximately 1.6\"(4cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-sided fringe: measures 1.6\" (4 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor palette: cream, maroon, inky black, navy\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 Originally made for personal use, these rugs took months to weave, documenting a shifting tide of events and emotions in the weaver’s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\u003eDeeply meaningful symbols to the women weavers of this culture, these interconnected medallions represent pregnancy and motherhood\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\u003eCrosses are a fundamental element of rug design (occasionally alluding to faith)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn eye motif indicates the power to reflect the evil eye, and thus protect the weaver\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Marmoucha tribal territory includes some of the highest elevations of the Middle Atlas. These rugs have a very heavy pile, and were woven for both bed and floor coverings. They often feature chessboard or triangular designs, double-sided pile at the edges, and limited borders.\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 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"}