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Moroccan and North African Rugs For Sale
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Midcentury Moroccan Geometric Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century Moroccan geometric handmade wool rug Size: 5'0" × 8'2" (152 × 248 cm) The pattern is created utilizing triangle and diamond shapes in an overall design. Moroccan ru...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Runner Rug with Blue and Yellow Diamonds, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960, this 2x8 vintage Moroccan runner rug with diamond geometric patterns on a navy blue field, hails from the Azilal tribe. On the Design: Conn...
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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

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Moroccan Rug in Beige-White, Blue Geometric Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in luxe quality yarn, this 10x13 piece hails from contemporary additions to Rug & Kilim’s Moroccan rug collection. While the field flourishes in the exuberance of a crea...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

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 Runner Rug in Beige with Diamond Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960, this 2x6 vintage Moroccan runner rug in beige, with polychromatic diamond patterns, hails from the Azilal tribe. On the Design: This is an ...
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Runner Rug in Black with Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960, this 2x8 vintage Moroccan runner rug with diamond medallions on a black field, hails from the Azilal tribe. On the Design: This piece enjoy...
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Runner Rug with Stripes & Diamond Medallions, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960, this 2x6 vintage Moroccan runner rug in beige-brown with diamond medallions, hails from the Azilal tribe. On the Design: This piece enjoys ...
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1950s Moroccan Vintage 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

Vintage Moroccan Rug in Red with Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960, this 4x8 vintage Moroccan rug with polychromatic geometric patterns and medallions, hails from the Azilal tribe. On the Design: Connoisseur...
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Blue Vintage Moroccan Rug
Located in New York, NY
An intermediate size Vintage Moroccan rug from the 3rd quarter of the 20th century Measures: 4'5'' x 6'1''.
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20th Century Moroccan Bohemian 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 4x7 vintage Moroccan rug with polychromatic geometric stripes, hails from the Azilal tribe. On the Design: This is an exemplary piece ...
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

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 3x8 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

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 Talsint Moroccan Rug, Midcentury Modern Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21809 Vintage Red Talsint Moroccan Rug, 04'06 x 11'04. Immerse yourself in the captivating opulence of this hand-knotted wool vintage red Talsint Moroccan rug, originating from the v...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Runner Rug with Red and Green Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960, this 3x7 vintage Moroccan runner rug with geometric patterns in red and green, hails from the Azilal tribe. On the Design: This piece enjoy...
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Runner Rug with Colorful Diamond Medallions, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960, this 3x8 vintage Moroccan rug with polychromatic geometric patterns and medallions, hails from the Azilal tribe. On the Design: Connoisseur...
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Berber Boucharouite rug, Moroccan Bohemian Modern Recycled Rug, In Stock
Located in Marrakech, MA
Boucharouite it's a treasure trove of ancient handcraft. Picture this: vibrant fabric scraps and old textiles woven together with love and care, resulting in a mesmerizing tapestry o...
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2010s Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Cotton

Vintage Brown Boujad Moroccan Rug, Rustic Boho Chic Meets Nomadic Charm
Located in Dallas, TX
21833 Vintage Brown Boujad Moroccan Rug, 03'04 x 04'05. Boujad rugs, handwoven masterpieces from Morocco's Boujad region, showcase vibrant designs woven with time-honored traditions ...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Moroccan Rug in Beige-White, High-Low Geometric Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in premium quality yarn, this high-low contemporary selection from Rug & Kilim’s Moroccan Collection is an example of a minimalist vision wrapped in a unique textural se...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Runner Rug with Diamond 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 chevron and diamond geometric patterns, hails from the Azilal tribe. On the Design: ...
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage High-Low Taznakht Moroccan Rug, Tribal Enchantment Meets Cozy Nomad
Located in Dallas, TX
21837 Vintage High-Low Taznakht Moroccan Rug, 04'09 x 07'02. A vintage Taznakht rug refers to a type of handwoven rug originating from the Taznakht region in the High Atlas Mountains...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Boucherouite Moroccan Azilal Rag Rug, Sustainability Meets Cozy Nomad
Located in Dallas, TX
21741 Vintage Boucherouite Moroccan Azilal Rag Rug, 05'03 x 06'05. Azilal rag rugs, celebrated as Azilal Boucherouite masterpieces, embark on a striking journey of sustainable artist...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Fabric, Wool, Cotton

Modern Amazigh Boucharouite rug, Bohemian Style Recycled Rug, In Stock
Located in Marrakech, MA
Boucharouite it's a treasure trove of ancient handcraft. Picture this: vibrant fabric scraps and old textiles woven together with love and care, resulting in a mesmerizing tapestry o...
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2010s Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Cotton

Vintage Boucherouite Boujad Moroccan Rag Rug, Sustainability Meets Cozy Nomad
Located in Dallas, TX
21831 Vintage Red Boucherouite Boujad Moroccan Rag Rug, 05'02 x 06'07. Embrace the lively essence of Boujad Boucherouite rugs, originating from the dynamic city of Boujad in the Khou...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Fabric, Wool, Cotton

5x7 Ft Modern Checkered Hand-Knotted Tulu Rug, 100% Wool, Cream and Brown Color
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan berber beni ourain rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining the allu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, Global Boho Chic Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21797 Colorful Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, 04'03 x 08'01. Delve into the opulent heritage of Azilal rugs unfurling from the dynamic core of the provincial capital in central Morocco...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Midcentury Bohemian Vintage Moroccan Zemmour Kilim Berber Rug, 02'09 x 23'10
Located in Dallas, TX
21844 Vintage Zemmour Moroccan Hanbel Rug, 02'09 x 23'10. Introducing our exquisite handwoven wool hanbel rug, a captivating extra-long Moroccan kilim runner hailing from the skilled...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug, Cozy Nomad Meets Southwest Bohemian
Located in Dallas, TX
21839 Vintage Orange Boujad Moroccan Rug, 03'02 x 06'11. Boujad rugs, originating from Morocco's Boujad region, are exquisite handwoven masterpieces that embody the vibrant artistic ...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Rug with Polychromatic Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960, this 5x7 vintage Moroccan rug with polychromatic geometric patterns, hails from the Azilal tribe. On the Design: This rug makes a bold stat...
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, Midcentury Cubism Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21818 Vintage Checkered Moroccan Azilal Rug, 05'04 x 09'01. Embark on a captivating journey through the vivid realm of Azilal rugs, where the narrative elegantly unfolds from the vib...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Azilal rug - Beige/pink/green - 3.4x4.7feet / 105x145cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
I selected this lovely rug from piles of carpets as I have always loved a vintage, artistic Azilal rug with traditional berber designs! The background color of this small rug is a be...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, Global Boho Chic Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21805 Colorful Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, 03'08 x 10'07. Embark on a captivating odyssey through the vibrant world of Azilal rugs, where the narrative gracefully unfolds from the l...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Runner Rug with Diamond Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960, this 2x6 vintage Moroccan runner rug with diamond geometric patterns, hails from the Azilal tribe. On the Design: Connoisseurs will further...
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Rug Pillow by Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
78443 Vintage Moroccan Rug Pillow, 01'06 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 Moroccan Azilal Rug, Global Boho Chic Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21803 Colorful Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, 05'02 x 07'00. Explore the abundant legacy of Azilal rugs flowing from the lively heart of the provincial capital in central Morocco, snug...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite rug - Multicolor - 5x5.7feet / 154x175cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
I picked this lovely rug from piles of carpets as I think it is such an original vintage piece! Main colors are brown, red, beige, blue, green, yellow, purple. I really love the comp...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Cotton

Kahhal Looms Wander "Blue" Hand-Knotted 300x200 Rug
Located in Cairo, EG
About the rug: This is a hand-knotted rug with 160,000 knots per square meter in a double knot construction. It is made of face yarn that is Egyptian wool with bamboo silk inlays, an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Egyptian Art Deco Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Red Taznakht Moroccan Rug, Tribal Enchantment Meets Cozy Boho Chic
Located in Dallas, TX
21840 Vintage Red Taznakht Moroccan Rug, 04'09 x 09'10. Embark on a voyage through the profound heritage of the Taznakht Tribe, where adept hands in the southern High Atlas Mountains...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, Bold Boho Meets Maximalist Style
Located in Dallas, TX
21804 Colorful Vintage Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, 04'09 x 10'09. Nestled within the enchanting embrace of Morocco's Atlas Mountains, the skilled hands of Berber women from the Ait M'G...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, Nomadic Charm Meets Earth-Tone Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
21822 Vintage Neutral Moroccan Azilal Rug, 05'10 x 10'04. Embark on an enchanting odyssey through the captivating realm of Azilal rugs, where the narrative gracefully unfolds from th...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Boucherouite Moroccan Azilal Rag Rug, Sustainability Meets Cozy Nomad
Located in Dallas, TX
74833 Vintage Boucherouite Moroccan Azilal Rag Rug, 04’09 x 10’00. Forged through the timeless tradition of hand-knotting, this vintage Boucherouite Moroccan rag rug is a testament t...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Fabric, Wool, Cotton

Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, Nomadic Charm Meets Earth-Tone Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
21826 Vintage Neutral Moroccan Azilal Rug, 05'02 x 11'11. Embark on a captivating journey into the lush heritage of Azilal rugs, unfolding from the lively heart of the provincial cap...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Boujad Moroccan Berber Rug with Dripping Colour
Located in Milan, IT
Here, the surface is entirely covered by vertical and vaguely parallel black lines, which move organically across an orange-yellow background, just like drip painting on a canvas. Th...
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1980s Moroccan Tribal Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, Tribal Enchantment Meets Global Boho Chic
Located in Dallas, TX
21821 Colorful Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, 04'09 x 10'00. Embark on a mesmerizing bohemian odyssey through the vivid realm of Azilal rugs, where the narrative dances gracefully from...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Azilal rug - Brown/beige - 3.5x5.4feet / 108x165cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
I selected this lovely rug from piles of carpets as I fell in love with its crazy design! Real vintage berber rugs often come with the classical diamond pattern which is a symbol for...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, Global Boho Chic Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21807 Vintage Red Moroccan Azilal Rug, 03'11 x 09'00. Journey into a mesmerizing bohemian realm within the vibrant world of Azilal rugs, where the narrative gracefully unfolds from t...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Boucherouite Moroccan Azilal Rag Rug, Sustainability Meets Cozy Nomad
Located in Dallas, TX
21836 Vintage Boucherouite Moroccan Azilal Rag Rug, 04'00 x 07'00. Azilal rag rugs, also recognized as Azilal Boucherouite rugs, epitomize sustainable craftsmanship originating from ...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Fabric, Wool, Cotton

Vintage Zemmour Moroccan Hanbel Rug Kilim Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
21845 Vintage Zemmour Moroccan Rug, 03'01 x 16'05. Presenting an enchanting Moroccan kilim rug runner, exquisitely handwoven by the skilled artisans of the Zemmour Tribe nestled in t...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Runner Rug in Blue with Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960, this 3x9 vintage Moroccan runner rug is believed to hail from the Azilal tribe. On the Design: Ocean blue tones underscore geometric pattern...
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Boucherouite Moroccan Azilal Rag Rug, Sustainability Meets Cozy Nomad
Located in Dallas, TX
21722 Vintage Boucherouite Moroccan Azilal Rag Rug, 03'09 x 06'04. Azilal rag rugs, cherished as Azilal Boucherouite masterpieces, embark on an enchanting odyssey of sustainable arti...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Fabric, Cotton, Wool

Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, Midcentury Cubism Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21812 Vintage Checkered Moroccan Azilal Rug, 06'01 x 08'10. Explore the vibrant world of Azilal rugs, where the story unfolds from the lively heart ...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, Biophilic Design Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21813 Vintage Brown Moroccan Azilal Rug, 06'00 x 09'04. Embark on an enchanting journey enveloped in the warm embrace of this hand-knotted wool vintage Moroccan Azilal rug, where the...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Boucherouite Talsint Moroccan Rag Rug, Cubism Meets Cozy Nomad
Located in Dallas, TX
20095 Vintage Talsint Moroccan Rag Rug, 04'06 x 11'04. Talsint rag rugs, also known as Talsint Boucherouite rugs, originate from the Talsint region in southeastern Morocco. Crafted b...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Fabric, Wool, Cotton

Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, Tribal Enchantment Meets Maximalist Style
Located in Dallas, TX
21829 Colorful Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, 04'01 x 08'08. Discover the rich heritage of Azila rugs emanating from the lively core of the provincial capital in central Morocco, nestl...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, Nomadic Charm Meets Abstract Expressionism
Located in Dallas, TX
21823 Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, 05'01 x 08'04. Embark on a captivating exploration into the beguiling world of Azilal rugs, where the narrative unfolds from the bustling core of t...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Azilal rug - Beige/yellow - 3.9x6.7feet / 120x206cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
I am so glad I can bring this beautiful rug to the selection! It was sourced in the area of Aït Bouguemez, Azilal, Morocco. It is a real vintage Azilal rug with signs of age but I lo...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

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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