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Moroccan and North African Rugs For Sale
Mehraban Moroccan Middle Atlas Tribe Berber Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 27088 Size 9' 5" X 13' 0" Design Middle Atlas Collection Atlas Material Wool Texture Embossed, Pile Weave, Shag Origin Morocco Age New
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2010s Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Mehraban Moroccan Middle Atlas Tribe Berber Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 27289 Size 5' 8" X 8' 6" Design Middle Atlas Collection Atlas Material Wool Texture Pile Weave, Shag Origin Morocco Age New
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2010s Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Contemporary Abstract Design Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Abstract design handmade wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 13'0" × 18'0" (396 × 548 cm). The world of contemporary rugs is filled with countless treasures, waiting to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Organic Modern Skagen Moroccan Rug, Japandi Simplicity Meets Cozy Cohesiveness
Located in Dallas, TX
81077 Organic Modern Skagen Moroccan Rug, 09'01 x 12'06. Step into a realm of understated elegance and tranquil comfort with our hand-knotted wool Organic Modern Skagen Moroccan area...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Japonisme Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection White Blue Gray Modern Turkish Tulu Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Old wool Turkish Tulu in faded creams, gray and light blues. Measures: 8'3'' x 11'6''.
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan High Atlas Tribe Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 24480 Size 5' 10" X 13' 2" Design High Atlas Collection Atlas Material Wool Texture Pile Weave Origin Morocco Age Antique/Vintage
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Tribe Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 25567 Size 6' 7" X 12' 5" Design Beni Ourain Collection Atlas Material Wool Texture Pile Weave Origin Morocco Age Antique/Vintage
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

New Blue Moroccan High and Low Biophilic Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
81090 Biophilic Blue Moroccan High-Low Rug, 09'07 x 14'09. Step into a world where the enchanting beauty of Moroccan craftsmanship meets the serene whispers of coastal shores. This h...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Modern Moroccan Hand-Carved Biomorphic Rug, Biophilic Japandi Meets Wabi-Sabi
Located in Dallas, TX
81073 Organic Modern Moroccan High-Low Rug, 08'07 x 11'08. Step into a realm of timeless elegance and harmonious balance with our hand-knotted wool Moroccan area rug, a masterful fus...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Japonisme Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Mehraban Vintage Moroccan Azilal Tribe Berber Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 27332 Size 4' 4" X 8' 0" Design Azilal Collection Antique/Vintage, Atlas Material Wool Texture Pile Weave, Shag Origin Morocco Age Antique/Vintage
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Zemmour Moroccan Rug Pillow by Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
78446 Vintage Zemmour Moroccan Rug Pillow, 01'00 x 01'06 x 00'04. Emanating nomadic charm with elements of comfort and functional versatility, this vintage Moroccan pillow...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Sequins

Vintage Zemmour Moroccan Rug Pillow by Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
78445 Vintage Zemmour Moroccan Rug Pillow, 01'00 x 01'08 x 00'04. Emanating nomadic charm with elements of comfort and functional versatility, this vintage Moroccan pillow...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Sequins

Modern Biomorphic Moroccan High-Low Rug, Biophilic Japandi Meets Wabi-Sabi
Located in Dallas, TX
81084 Organic Modern Moroccan High-Low Rug, 08'01 x 09'10. Introducing our hand-knotted wool organic modern Moroccan area rug, a masterful fusion of Biophilic Japandi and Wabi-Sabi d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Organic Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Modern Brutalist Moroccan Rug, Minimalist Brutalism Meets Organic Modern
Located in Dallas, TX
81058 Distressed Modern Brutalist Moroccan Area Rug, 08'06 x 11'07. Reflecting elements of both Organic Modern style and Brutalism, this hand knotted wool slate colored Moroccan area...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Brutalist Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Organic Modern Moroccan Minimalist Area Rug, Japandi Meets Cozy Cohesiveness
Located in Dallas, TX
81067 Organic Modern Moroccan Minimalist Rug, 09'08 x 13'08. Crafted with meticulous care and attention to detail, our exquisite hand-knotted wool Moroccan rug embodies a captivating...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Organic Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Rug in Medallion Pattern in Brown, Ivory, Black, Gray
Located in Barrington, IL
Vintage Moroccan room size rug in a geometric pattern in ivory, brown, chocolate, and gray.  This Moroccan rug has a central medallion in ivory and brown with corners containing paisley designs in chocolate color.  The border has a geometric pattern in ivory and pale brown.  This vintage rug has an understated  beauty and simplicity combined. Dimensions: 5' 6" x 8' 3" Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Morocco Material: Wool pile on a wool foundation Condition: Wear consistent with age and use Moroccan Area Rugs, Moroccan Boucherouite, Vintage Moroccan Rugs, Vintage Berber Rugs, Vintage North African Rugs, Mid Century Modern Rugs, Boucherouite Rag Rugs, Moroccan Rugs Boucherouite...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Small Moroccan Tribal Style Area Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Small Moroccan Tribal style area rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 4'0" × 5'10" (121 × 177 cm). This stunning Moroccan rug immediately draws the eye with its elegant design. It was han...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Oversized Moroccan Style High-Low Elements Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Oversized Moroccan style high-low elements rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 15'10" × 26'0" (482 × 792 cm). Contemporary hand knotted textured wool rug inspired by a vintage Moroccan d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Mehraban Vintage Moroccan Zayane Berber Tribe Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 27358 Size 6' 8" X 11' 0" Design Azilal Collection Antique/Vintage, Atlas Material Wool Texture Pile Weave, Shag Origin Morocco Age Antique/Vintage
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Mehraban Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Tribe Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 24692 Size 6' 0" X 11' 1" Design Beni Ourain Collection Atlas Material Wool Texture Pile Weave Origin Morocco Age Antique/Vintage
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Modern Moroccan Bauhaus Area Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
81091 Modern Bauhaus Moroccan Rug, 09'03 x 11'01. Step into a realm where artistic movements collide and cultural heritage takes on a contemporary guise with our exquisite hand-knott...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Bauhaus Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Contemporary Beige, Blue Deux Diamond Design Rug II by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary beige, blue deux diamond design rug II by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 12'4" × 17'7" (375 × 535 cm) Doris Leslie Blau is dedicated to exploring the magical realm of rugs to ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Mehraban Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Tribe Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 24470 Size 6' 2" X 11' 0" Design Beni Ourain Collection Atlas Material Wool Texture Pile Weave Origin Morocco Age Antique/Vintage
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Organic Brutalist Ivory Moroccan Modern Rug, Minimalist Brutalism Meets Japandi
Located in Dallas, TX
81087 Organic Modern Ivory Moroccan Rug, 07'11 x 10'01. Immerse yourself in the captivating essence of Japandi design as you elevate your space with our hand-knotted wool organic mod...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Brutalist Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

New Earth-Tone Moroccan Biophilic Shibui Rug Inspired by Nature
Located in Dallas, TX
81088 Organic Modern Earth-Tone Moroccan Rug, 09'05 x 11'11. Step into a realm of refined elegance with our meticulously hand knotted wool earth-tone Moroccan area rug, a masterpiece...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Mehraban Vintage Moroccan Rug High Atlas Tribe
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 27510 Size 5' 7" X 8' 8" Design High Atlas Collection Atlas Material Wool Texture Pile Weave, Shag Origin Morocco Age Antique/Vintage
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Mehraban Vintage Moroccan Azilal Tribe Berber Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 27506 Size 4' 5" X 9' 3" Design Azilal Collection Atlas Material Wool Texture Pile Weave, Shag Origin Morocco Age Antique/Vintage
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Geometric Moroccan High & Low Wool Pile Rug, Modern Luxe Meets African Artistry
Located in Dallas, TX
81085 Modern Geometric High-Low Moroccan Rug, 08'01 x 09'11. Behold the captivating convergence of cultural narratives and artisanal mastery embodied in this enchanting hand knotted wool Moroccan high-low wool pile rug. Revealing a mesmerizing tapestry of design influences, it draws from the vibrant heritage of Moroccan craftsmanship and the profound symbolism of African tribal batik motifs...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Rug Pillow by Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
78441 Vintage Moroccan Rug Pillow, 01'05 x 01'06 x 00'04. Emanating nomadic charm with elements of comfort and functional versatility, this vintage Moroccan pillow...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Sequins

Moroccan Beniourain Black and White Striped Runner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Moroccan Berber checkered and striped white and black wool runner rug. Handwoven by the north African Ben Ourian tribe. Black stripes set against a white background are associated wi...
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2010s Moroccan Moorish Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Runner Rug with Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960, this 3x7 vintage Moroccan runner rug with polychromatic diamond medallions, hails from the Azilal tribe. On the Design: This is an exemplar...
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Mehraban Moroccan Middle Atlas Tribe Berber Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 27282 Size 10' 10" X 15' 1" Design Middle Atlas Collection Atlas Material Wool Texture Pile Weave, Shag Origin Morocco Age New
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2010s Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Rare Purple Vintage Moroccan Rug from 70s 100% wool 6.5x10.5 Ft 200x320 Cm
Located in Salé, MA
Uncover the rich heritage woven into our purple Moroccan vintage rug. Handmade by skilled artisans using time-tested techniques, each Berber rug is a unique narrative, echoing the cultural tapestry of Morocco. With intricate geometric patterns and a warm color palette, this large vintage area rug...
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1970s Moroccan Art Deco Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Mehraban Leste, Atlas Collection
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 27082 Size 9' 0" X 13' 4" Design Leste Collection Atlas, Flat Weaves Material Wool Texture Embossed, Flat Weave Origin Morocco Age New
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2010s Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Azilal Berber Moroccan White Miniature Rug with Black Directional Motifs
Located in Milan, IT
Azilal rugs woven with natural, undyed ivory and brown/black wool constitute the most renowned body of weavings for this area. Their popularity is due perhaps to their aesthetic affi...
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1980s Moroccan Tribal Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

21st Century Moroccan Tribal Square Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A tribal style Moroccan room size carpet in square format handmade during the 21st century. Measures: 10' 1" x 11' 2"
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Modern Checkerboard Moroccan Rug, Organic Modern Meets Zen Shibui
Located in Dallas, TX
81071 Modern Beige Checkered Moroccan Rug, 09'04 x 12'01. Introducing our exquisite muted tonal beige checkerboard Moroccan rug, a versatile ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Beni Ourain Moroccan Rug, Mid-Century Modern Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21828 Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug, 06'08 x 09'10. Originating from the Beni Ourain tribe, an integral part of the broader Berber ethnic group in Morocco, these Moroccan rugs are...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Boucherouite Boujad Moroccan Rag Rug, Sustainability Meets Cozy Nomad
Located in Dallas, TX
21786 Vintage Boucherouite Boujad Moroccan Rag Rug, 05'04 x 08'11. The Boujad rag rug, or Boujad Boucherouite rug, encapsulates the essence of sustainable craftsmanship, originating ...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Fabric, Wool, Cotton

Vintage Orange Boujad Moroccan Rug, Bold Boho Chic Meets Nomadic Charm
Located in Dallas, TX
21830 Vintage Orange Boujad Moroccan Rug, 04'00 x 08'05. A Boujad rug is a handwoven rug originating from the Boujad region in the Middle Atlas Mountains of Morocco. Traditionally cr...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug, Rustic Boho Chic Meets Sunbaked Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
21824 Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug, 04'01 x 10'06. Step into the embrace of woven beauty with this hand-knotted wool vintage Boujad Moroccan rug—a captivating vision that seamlessly m...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Boujad runner rug - Orange-pink - 3x8.1feet / 93x247cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
This vintage runner rug will bring the perfect bohemian vibe to your space! Probably made in the area of Boujad, Middle Atlas, Morocco, the rug shows a peach pink background with a b...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Contemporary Moroccan Wool Runner by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Moroccan Wool Runner by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 2'0" × 18'0" (60 × 548 cm) Because of their long and narrow shape, runners are perfect for corridors, staircases and tran...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Geometric Moroccan High & Low Wool Pile Rug, Modern Luxe Meets African Artistry
Located in Dallas, TX
81055 Modern Geometric Moroccan High-Low Rug, 08'02 x 09'11. Introducing a mesmerizing fusion of cultural heritage and artisanal craftsmanship, this Moroccan high-low wool pile rug unveils an exquisite tableau of design influences. Drawing inspiration from the vibrant traditions of Moroccan Berber craftsmanship and the rich symbolism of African tribal batik motifs...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Modern Moroccan Rug, Boho Chic Meets Contemporary Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
81078 Modern Boho Tonal Striped Moroccan Rug, 09'03 x 11'05. Step into a realm of modern enchantment with our hand knotted wool Modern Boho striped Moroccan rug, a masterpiece of des...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Middle Atlas Tribe Berber Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 27339 Size 3' 3" X 7' 9" Design Middle Atlas Collection Antique/Vintage, Atlas Material Wool Texture Pile Weave, Ribbed Origin Morocco Age Antique/Vintage
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Mehraban Moroccan Middle Atlas Tribe Berber Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 27283 Size 11' 8" X 15' 6" Design Middle Atlas Collection Atlas Material Wool Texture Pile Weave, Shag Origin Morocco Age New
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2010s Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Rug High Atlas Tribe
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 27508 Size 6' 0" X 8' 0" Design High Atlas Collection Atlas Material Wool Texture Pile Weave, Shag Origin Morocco Age Antique/Vintage
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Azilal Tribe Berber Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 27503 Size 4' 7" X 7' 7" Design Azilal Collection Atlas Material Wool Texture Pile Weave, Shag Origin Morocco Age Antique/Vintage
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan High Atlas Berber Tribe Kilim
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 27323 Size 5' 1" X 11' 11" Design Kilim Collection Atlas, Flat Weaves Material Wool Texture Flat Weave Origin Morocco Age Antique/Vintage
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Boho-Mid Mod Chevron Haven Moroccan Rug, Bohemian Meets Midcentury Modern
Located in Dallas, TX
81061 Modern Moroccan Area Rug, 08'09 x 12'01. Step into a world where Mid-Century Modern sophistication meets Bohemian charm with our hand knotted wool "Boho-Mid Mod Chevron Haven M...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Modern Brutalist Moroccan Area Rug, Brutalism Meets Abstract Expressionism
Located in Dallas, TX
81079 Modern Brutalist Moroccan Rug, 09'04 x 11'09. Introducing the epitome of avant-garde elegance, our hand knotted wool Modern Moroccan area rug seamlessly blends the bold essence...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Brutalist Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Boujad Boucherouite Moroccan Rug, Boho Chic Meets Sustainable Design
Located in Dallas, TX
20581 Vintage Boucherouite Boujad Moroccan Rag Rug, 03'00 x 08'06. Celebrate the vibrant spirit of Boujad Boucherouite rugs, originating from the lively city of Boujad in the Khourib...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Egyptian Silk Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Egyptian Silk Rug Size: 3'7" × 5'0" (109 × 152 cm) A small vintage Egyptian handmade silk rug dating back to 1980. The main field features a meda...
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Late 20th Century Egyptian Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Silk

Vintage Boucherouite Boujad Moroccan Rag Rug, Sustainability Meets Cozy Nomad
Located in Dallas, TX
21776 Vintage Red Boujad Boucherouite Moroccan Rag Rug, 06'02 x 07'09. The Boujad rag rug, or Boujad Boucherouite rug, is a testament to the tribal essence of sustainable craftsmansh...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Fabric, Wool, Cotton

Vintage Moroccan Boujad rug - Pink/green - 5.2x8.5feet / 160x260cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
I love how fresh and sweet this rug is! This vintage rug was probably made in the area of Boujad, Middle Atlas, Morocco. The pattern is a checkered in different shades of pink, grass...
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2010s Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Moroccan Runner Rug with Polychrome Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960, this 3x6 vintage Moroccan runner rug with polychromatic geometric patterns, hails from the Azilal tribe. On the Design: Connoisseurs may ad...
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Mid-20th Century Vintage Tribal Moroccan Wool Rug In Purple
Located in Norwalk, CT
A beautiful, vintage 1960s Moroccan wool rug featuring a purple field adorned with a repeating diamond design. The rug showcases bright yellow, green, orange, and ivory accents throu...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Antique and Vintage Moroccan Rugs for Sale on 1stDibs: Find Beni Ourain Rugs, Azilal Rugs, Kilims and More

Antique and vintage Moroccan rugs serve as an exceptional piece of decor. Whether it’s to tie your bedroom together or to add a dazzling array of colors and graphically provocative shapes and other elements to your living room wall, there’s increased demand for all types of Moroccan tribal rugs, especially as bohemian, global and eco styles are on the rise and because tapestries and wall hangings are definitely cool again.

Travelers and interior design lovers from all over the world are big fans of the complex geometric patterns and bold color palettes that we typically associate with rustic, natural Moroccan and North African rugs.

In the West, the current infatuation with handwoven vintage Moroccan tribal rugs stretches to the mid-20th century. Then, designers such as Alvar Aalto, Frank Lloyd Wright and Le Corbusier offset austere interiors with vibrant and alluring mid-century modern Moroccan rugs. (Le Corbusier integrated these rugs in his designs for Villa La Roche in Paris, while Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater in Pennsylvania is also home to distinctive Moroccan floor coverings.)

Moroccan rugs date back to the Paleolithic era, when Berber tribes, which comprised many different members of an ethnic group native to North Africa, would weave these textiles with intricate images and symbols. Traditionally, Moroccan tribal weavings were made exclusively by women and solely for personal use. Dense pile rugs served not only as floor coverings but as mattresses, seating and even blankets in the winter months.

The Moroccan rug hasn’t survived this long merely because of its usefulness. These stunning works take at least two to three weeks to weave, and each woman weaves the story of her life into the design. They are filled with symbolism and vary greatly depending on the locale where they were woven. In this way, part of the profound beauty of traditional Moroccan rugs lies in their historical and cultural significance.

One of the most widely loved styles of Moroccan rugs comes from the Beni Ourain tribes, a network of nearly two dozen individual tribes in the mountainous Middle Atlas region.

Vintage Beni Ourain rugs are woven from undyed, natural wool. The textures, imperfections and asymmetrical lines, which can’t be reproduced with mass production methods, as well as the neutral tones and understated geometry have endeared interior designers to these works for ages. In comparison to the spare Beni Ourain rugs, a more heavily decorated, widely colorful option can be found in Azilal Moroccan rugs, which contrast wonderfully with the rich, dark wood tones and clean lines that characterize mid-century modern furniture.

The collection of antique and vintage rugs and carpets on 1stDibs features a wide range of extraordinary Moroccan and North African rugs including Beni Ourain rugs, Azilal rugs, kilims and more.

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