One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted in the town of Azilal between the High and Middle Atlas mountains of Morocco.
Dimensions: 2'5" x 5'8" (76 cm x 175 cm)
Marcelien 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:
Beige, Cream
Rug Details
One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
100% wool pile on cotton foundation
Dimensions: 2'5" x 5'8" (76 cm x 175 cm)
Plush pile: approximately 1.6"(4cm)
Fringe: measures 2.4" (6 cm)
Color palette: warm vanilla beige, espresso brown, ash brown 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 Originally made for personal use, these rugs took months to weave, documenting a shifting tide of events and emotions in the weaver’s life.
A series of repeating medallions create a beautifully complex field or pattern
An eye motif indicates the power to reflect the evil eye, and thus protect the weaver
A simple, but classic design—zig-zag patterns represent water as a vital element in life
Origin
Azilal rugs typically have abstract, painterly designs, and are similar to rugs from Ourika. These pieces can be distinguished by their bright colors, facilitated by the use of cotton in addition to wool.
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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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 series of repeating medallions create a beautifully complex field or pattern\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 simple, but classic design—zig-zag patterns represent water as a vital element in life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eAzilal rugs typically have abstract, painterly designs, and are similar to rugs from Ourika. 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