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1950's Beni Ourain Moroccan Rug with Tribal Style

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21413 Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug, 05'08 x 10'07. Whispers of the Atlas Mountains breathe through every knot of this hand-knotted wool vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain rug—a poetic expression of tribal memory and timeless design. Woven by the hands of Berber women, its warm beige field is traced with an intricate lattice of lozenges, their delicate outlines rendered in softened shades of brown, crimson, and embered charcoal. Each line tells a quiet tale, an echo of movement and rhythm that brings the Moroccan rug to life with understated elegance. The lozenge pattern, gently meandering across the surface, speaks of ancient protection and feminine strength, passed from generation to generation in the language of wool and rhythm. Along the lower corner, a solitary tribal cross emerges—bold yet humble—a symbol of spiritual guardianship that anchors the Beni Ourain rug with intention. Ambiguous tribal motifs are spread throughout and a couple of three pronged poles run the length of the carpet creating a strong sense of dimensionality and a striking visual effect.​ The diamond grid, at times linear and at others playfully irregular, recalls the unpredictable grace of handwoven artistry and the organic imperfection that gives soul to every Berber creation. At the heart of this piece lies a rare serenity, a restrained elegance that feels both deeply personal and universally timeless. The abrashed tones and subtle variations in color evoke the shifting desert light, the quiet patina of age, and the enduring beauty of natural materials. Its asymmetry, far from flaw, is a signature of authenticity—an homage to the weaver’s spirit and the journey of the loom itself. Whether gracing the floor of a modern interior or a rustic mountain retreat, this vintage Beni Ourain rug transcends trends, offering a canvas of ancestral wisdom and poetic simplicity. It is not merely a rug—it is a sanctuary underfoot, a soft-spoken heirloom infused with story, structure, and soul. Let it ground your space with history, warmth, and the gentle hum of a culture deeply attuned to the earth. Rendered in variegated shades of beige, brown, brick red, coffee, gray, taupe, rust, and greige with other neutral accent colors. Abrash. Hand-knotted wool. Made in Morocco. Berber Tribes of Morocco. Beni Ourain. Measures: 05'08 x 10'07. Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 68 in (172.72 cm)Length: 127 in (322.58 cm)
  • Style:
    Aesthetic Movement (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950-1959
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 21413 Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug, 05'08 x 10'071stDibs: LU942929156062

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