One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted in the capital city of Rabat on the coast of Morocco.
Dimensions: 5'9" x 11'0" (176 cm x 337 cm)
Gwenna has been professionally cleaned; age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs.
Rug Type:
Naturally Aged
Vintage, handwoven rugs from Turkey and Morocco, selected for their color and design and preserved as-is.
Age:
Vintage
Typically between 20-100 years old
Main Color:
Brown
Rug Details
One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
100% wool
Dimensions: 5'9" x 11'0" (176 cm x 337 cm)
Plush pile: approximately 1.2"(3cm)
One-sided fringe: measures 2.4" (6 cm)
Color palette: camel, sandstone, graphite gray, cream
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 Originally made for personal use, these rugs took months to weave, documenting a shifting tide of events and emotions in the weaver’s life.
A central medallion anchors the motif to a center focal point from which the design blooms out and is balanced by complementary design elements
An eye motif indicates the power to reflect the evil eye, and thus protect the weaver
A hooked detail, also known as a sickle, represents metal, which had protective magic according to the Amazigh
A geometric, step-like pattern which expresses the primitive, artisanal qualities of weaving from nomadic cultures
The corners of the rug are heavily ornate
An eight-pointed star symbolizes the feminine and fertility
OriginMaterial 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 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.
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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\u003eA central medallion anchors the motif to a center focal point from which the design blooms out and is balanced by complementary design elements\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 hooked detail, also known as a sickle, represents metal, which had protective magic according to the Amazigh \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\u003eThe corners of the rug are heavily ornate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn eight-pointed star symbolizes the feminine and fertility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\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. 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