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Moroccan and North African Rugs For Sale
Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Rug with Diamond Motif
Located in Karis, Nyland
A beautifully textured Boucherouite rug, handwoven by Berber artisans in the Moroccan Atlas Mountains. This piece features a traditional diamond and zigzag motif in rich, deep indigo...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool, Synthetic, Cotton
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 Rug with Polychromatic Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and originating from Morocco circa 1950-1960, this 3x6 vintage Moroccan rug is an extremely rare piece like so few of its provenance.
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Berber Tribal Rug
Located in New York, NY
Our vintage Moroccan rugs are part of a skillfully curated collection of rare and unusual designs. They are made of all-natural dyes and 100% handspun wool from the Atlas Mountain re...
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1940s Moroccan Tribal Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Zemmour Moroccan Kilim Runner with Sequins and Tribal Boho Chic Style
Located in Dallas, TX
21470 Vintage Zemmour Moroccan Kilim runner with Sequins and Tribal Boho Chic style. Measures: 04'09 x 11'01. Full of tiny details and embellished with sequins combined with earth-to...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Sequins, Wool
Wonderful Large Midcentury Moroccan Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful Moroccan rug with nice tribal design with a central medallion, and nice colors with orange, red, blue, yellow, green and purple, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Rustic Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Earth-tone Checkered Moroccan Rug, Midcentury Modern Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
80809 Organic Modern Moroccan Rug, 10'02 x 13'09.
Subtle Shibui meets cozy contentment in this hand knotted wool organic modern Moroccan rug. Imbued with neutral hues, the coveted op...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Organic Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
New Contemporary Moroccan Runner with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
80756 New Contemporary Moroccan runner with Modern Style, 02'10 x 09'07. With its subtle graphic appeal, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool contemporary Moroccan r...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Berber Red Moroccan Azilal Rug, Boho Chic Meets Cozy Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21734 Vintage Red Moroccan Azilal Rug, 03'10 x 08'02. Red Moroccan Azilal rugs are a type of traditional Moroccan rug handwoven by Berber artisans in the Azilal region of Morocco, di...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
1960s Vintage Moroccan Orange Berber Rug
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1960s Vintage authentic Moroccan Orange Berber Rug.For centuries the tribal people of Morocco's Atlas Mountains have passed down the delicate art of rug-weaving. In Northern Africa r...
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1960s Moroccan Tribal Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug, Cozy Nomad Meets Midcentury Modern
Located in Dallas, TX
20059 Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug, 04'08 x 08'04. Step into the dynamic fusion of Bauhaus style and nomadic charm embodied in this hand-knotted wool vintage Moroccan rug. A harmoniou...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Berber Moroccan Azilal Rug, Cozy Boho Chic Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21736 Colorful Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, 04'02 x 06'06. Step into the lively realm of Azilal rugs, where each thread intricately tells a story, crafted by skilled artisans amidst ...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Berber Moroccan Azilal Souf Rug, Cozy Boho Chic Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21744 Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug with High and Low Pile, 04'01 x 06'09. Embark on a captivating journey into the realm of bohemian elegance as you grace each step upon this exquisi...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Moroccan Runner Rug in White with Multicolor Lozenges Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and originating from Morocco circa 1950-1960, this 2x6 vintage Moroccan rug is an extremely rare piece like so few of its provenance.
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Contemporary Moroccan Tulu Rug, 100% Undyed Wool, Custom Options Available
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A modern hand-knotted Moroccan rug with a spacious, geometric design of lozenges, fishbone motifs and crooked lines, made of natural un-dyed and hand-spun cream and brown wool. Very ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Berber Moroccan Azilal Rug, Wabi-Sabi Meets Neutral Boho Chic
Located in Dallas, TX
21611 Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, 02'04 x 05'10.
Wabi-Sabi meets neutral bohemian in this hand knotted wool vintage Berber Moroccan Azilal rug. This vintage Moroccan Azilal rug weaves a spellingbinding lattice of lozenges, each imperfect, yet imbued with a charm that conjures a cozy and collected ambiance. The abrashed beige field, adorned with diamond trellis, unfurles into a joyous dance when tribal motifs emerge, adorning the piece with a hint of mystique. Reflecting the essence of natural elegance and nomadic charm, this small Moroccan rug...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, Wabi-Sabi Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21068 Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, 05'00 x 08'09. Enter the enchanting world of Moroccan artistry through our hand-knotted wool vintage Azilal rug—an exquisite piece that transcends ...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Moroccan Rug in White with Geometric Patterns & Stripes Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and originating from Morocco circa 1950-1960, this 5x8 vintage Moroccan rug is an extremely rare piece like so few of its provenance.
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
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 Berber Moroccan Boucherouite Rug with Boho Chic Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
20442 Vintage Boucherouite Moroccan Azilal Rag Rug, 04'06 x 07'01. Azilal rag rugs, alternatively referred to as Azilal Boucherouite rugs, epitomize a commitment to sustainable craft...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool, Cotton
Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug, Midcentury Modern Meets Boho Chic
Located in Dallas, TX
20499 Vintage Red Boujad Moroccan Rug, 04’01 x 06’00. The hand-knotted wool vintage Boujad Moroccan rug showcases a striking checkerboard design set against a backdrop of orange and ...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
1960s Moroccan Tribal Wedding Rug with Sequins North Africa, Handira
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1960s authentic vintage Moroccan tribal wedding rug with sequins North Africa, Handira.Rare large authentic Moroccan Bohemian style rug, handwoven by women...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool, Cotton
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 Brown Taznakht Moroccan Rug, Tribal Enchantment Meets Midcentury Modern
Located in Dallas, TX
21757 Vintage Brown Taznakht Morooccan Rug, 04'07 x 09'08. Embark on an enchanting journey into the rich legacy of the Taznakht Tribe, where skilled hands in the High Atlas Mountains...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
New Contemporary Berber Beni Mrirt Moroccan Rug with Organic Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
21157 New Modern Beni Mrirt Moroccan Rug, 09'00 x 11'00. This hand-knotted wool Beni Mrirt Moroccan rug is a striking work of organic modern design, combining the timeless elegance o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Earth-tone Checkered Moroccan Rug, Masculine Appeal Meets Midcentury Modern
Located in Dallas, TX
80823 Modern Checkered Moroccan Rug, 06'01 x 08'10.
Masculine appeal meets Midcentury Modern in this hand knotted wool Moroccan style rug. The c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Moroccan Runner Rug in Brown with Lozenges and Stripes Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and originating from Morocco circa 1950-1960, this 3x9 vintage Moroccan rug is an extremely rare piece like so few of its provenance.
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
1960s Moroccan Vintage Flat-Weave Ethnic Textile Rug
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1060s authentic vintage Moroccan flat-weave Kilim Berber rug.Large size vintage Moroccan ethnic rug, handwoven by Berber women in Morocco for their own use.This rug was made using fl...
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20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
5x8.6 Ft Modern Berber Moroccan Azilal Rug, Natural Un-Dyed Wool, Thick Pile
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A contemporary hand-knotted Moroccan rug with thick pile, made of natural undyed ivory/cream and brown wool. Very Soft and comfy, pleasure to walk or lay on.
Available as it is, in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug, Nomadic Charm Meets Boho Chic Style
Located in Dallas, TX
21241 Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug, 05'09 x 10'08.
Effortless beauty and simplicity meets the eye in this hand-knotted wool vintage Moroccan rug. T...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Bobyrug’s Vintage Moroccan Tribal Berbere Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful Moroccan rug with nice tribal patterns and colors mid-20th century, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on wool foundation. Good conditions.
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Hand-Knotted Beni Mrirt Moroccan Wool Rug 9.5’x10’ with Minimalist Linear Design
By Nomad Chic
Located in Marrakech, MA
We exclusively create custom individual rugs for you. This means that we do not produce unnecessary items and we prioritize respecting nature. That's why we estimate it will take us ...
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2010s Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Original Moroccan Beni Ourain Style Tribal Rug
Located in New York, NY
This original Moroccan rug is styled after the Beni Ourain rugs that were produced by the nomadic Berber tribes in North Africa for centuries. Beni Ourain rugs are identified by thei...
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2010s Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Orange Boujad Moroccan Rug, Tribal Enchantment Meets Midcentury Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
78406 Vintage Orange Boujad Moroccan Rug, 03'08 x 06'00. Boujad rugs, originating from the Boujad region in the Middle Atlas Mountains, are traditional handwoven Moroccan masterpiece...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Moroccan Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Moroccan Rug
Size: 6'1" × 13'8" (185 × 416 cm)
The Vintage Moroccan Rug from Doris Leslie Blau is a captivating example of mid-20th-century Berber craftsmanship. Hand-knotted...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Beni Ourain Moroccan Handmade Multicolor Designed Beige Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful vintage Beni Ourain Moroccan hand-knotted wool rug. This full-of-art Moroccan rug has a multi-color accents layout in a gorgeous Expressionist abstract pattern design.
T...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug with Postmodern Boho Chic and Memphis Style
Located in Dallas, TX
21051, vintage Berber Moroccan rug with Postmodern boho chic and Memphis Style 06'11 x 10'00. This hand-knotted wool vintage Berber Moroccan rug features a compartmental design sprea...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Post-Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
1950's Mid-Century Berber Moroccan Beni Ourain Carpet, 05'05 x 08'11
Located in Dallas, TX
21764 Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug, 05'05 x 08'11. Hailing from the esteemed Beni Ourain tribe in Morocco, these finely crafted rugs pay homage to tradition with meticulous atten...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Bobyrug’s Tribal Algerian Rug North African Rugs Carpets
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Long Algerian double sided rug, tribal, Berbere mid-20th century, wool velvet on cotton foundation, wears.
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Mid-20th Century Algerian Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Cotton, Wool
Vintage Berber Moroccan Azilal Rug with Boho Chic Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
20293 Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, 04’09 x 10’10. Embark on a captivating journey into the vibrant heritage of Azilal rugs, originating from the bustling center of the provincial cap...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Silk Moroccan Boho-Chic Flatweave Rug In A Slate Blue Shade
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Moroccan Folk Kilim flatweave from the late 20th century. Slate blue, yellow, red, black, and white are among the hues on this pileless flat Moroccan tribal carpet-textile ...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Silk
Vintage Berber Moroccan Azilal Rug, Boho Chic Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21782 Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, 05'07 x 08'06. Embark on a captivating exploration of the rich heritage of Azilal rugs, echoing from the lively hub of the provincial capital in ce...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Contemporary Hand-Knotted Moroccan Tulu Rug Made of Natural Undyed Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
100% Natural Hand-Spun Wool of finest quality.
These hand-knotted rugs are produced from scratch in our atelier located in Central Anatolia, famous for being one of the world's olde...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
74776 Vintage Red Boujad Moroccan Rug, 04'05 X 11'09. Discover the allure of Boujad rugs, originating from the vibrant city of Boujad in the Khouribga region—a once pivotal pilgrimag...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Post-Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug by Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21330 Vintage Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, 05'06 x 09'11. Originating from the Beni M'Guild tribe nestled in Morocco's Middle Atlas Mountains, Beni M'Guild rugs embody a cherished tradi...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Tribal Moroccan Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage tribal Moroccan motifs orange, black handmade wool rug
Size: 6'1" × 7'6" (185 × 228 cm)
A mid-20th century vintage colorful Moroccan rug, circa 1960, origin: Morocco. Woven i...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Zayane Moroccan rug in Tones of brown by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handknotted in wool circa 1950-1960, a vintage 4x6 Zayane Moroccan rug - believed to originate from the Middle Atlas mountain range in Morocco.
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Named for the same tr...
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1950s Moroccan Tribal Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Soft Blue Yellow Turkish Shag Gallery Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
Light blue and yellow midcentury handwoven Shag Pile Turkish Tulu rug.
Measures: 6'2" x 11'.
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20th Century Turkish Tulu Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Organic Modern Moroccan Rug, Shibui Meets Boho Chic
Located in Dallas, TX
81075 Organic Modern Boho Moroccan Rug Runner, 02'11 x 12'02. Dive deep into the enchanting essence of minimalist bohemian design as you enhance your space with this hand-knotted woo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Moroccan Runner Rug with Polychromatic Diamond Patterns Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and originating from Morocco circa 1950-1960, this 3x7 vintage Moroccan rug is an extremely rare piece like so few of its provenance.
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
New Contemporary Moroccan Area Rug with Minimalist Style
Located in Dallas, TX
80499 new contemporary Moroccan area rug with Modern style. This hand knotted wool contemporary Moroccan area rug with Minimalist st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Minimalist Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
1960's Berber Boujad Moroccan Rug with Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
21668 Vintage Berber Boujad Moroccan Rug,03'03 x 06'02. This hand-knotted wool vintage Boujad Moroccan rug emanates an air of timeless beauty, its intricate patterns and rich texture...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Pink & Black Boujad Moroccan Rug, Tribal Enchantment Meets Boho Chic
Located in Dallas, TX
21258 Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug, 05'00 x 05'06. A Boujad rug is a type of traditional handwoven Moroccan rug that originates from the Boujad region in the Haouz plains of the Middl...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
6.4x10.2 ft Modern Moroccan Beni Ourain Berber Tribe Rug. Custom Options Avalb
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A modern handmade rug made of natural un-dyed cream and light brown sheep wool. Soft and cozy wool pile on wool foundation.
The rug is available as seen or it can be custom produce...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Moroccan Rug in White and Blue with Geometric Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 3x4 Moroccan rug is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s collection—made by contemporary tribal weavers from the rural communities of the middle atlas...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Beautiful Vintage African Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice late 20th century flat African rug with a tribal design and red and yellow colors, entirely handwoven with vegetal hemp.
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Late 20th Century African Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Hemp
Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, Maximalist Bohemian Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
20455 Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, 03'09 x 06'00. Step into the vibrant world of Moroccan maximalist boho with our meticulously hand-knotted wool Azilal rug—a masterpiece that transc...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
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Wool
Bobyrug’s Pretty Vintage Moroccan Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice mid century tribal Moroccan rug with beautiful geometrical design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on wool foundation.
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal 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.