Moroccan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug by Maddalena Casadei

About the Item

TRAME is a homeware brand that explores new domestic landscapes across the Mediterranean. Each collection of homeware and accessories is inspired by a historical episode, reflects a cross-cultural journey and celebrates the exceptional know-how of Mediterranean craftsmen. By introducing contemporary designers to traditional craftsmen TRAME brings a fresh point of view to those who have spent generations refining artisan techniques and provides economic benefits for local communities, while helping to conserve our common cultural heritage. The first collection, “A voyage to Meknes”, is freely inspired by the story of Madame de Blois, King Louis XIV’s favorite daughter, and her imagined connection to Moroccan culture. The collection arises from the encounter of the designers Maddalena Casadei (IT), Maria Jeglinska (PO) and Julie Richoz (FR) with exceptional Moroccan ceramics and textile craftsmen. The into each other collection of rugs by Maddalena Casadei create a dense, thick and intriguing interaction between two colors symbolizing the creative power of cross-cultural exchange. Details: Material: 100% natural wool Size: 14 x 10 ft. / 427 x 305 cm / 168 x 120 in Primary color: Yellow Secondary color: Light Grey Weave: 100% hand knotted in Morocco Wool mark certified Custom sizes/colors are available upon request. Samples are available for purchase. Due to the handcrafted nature of the product, size may vary by up to 3%. Pricing includes shipping, insurance, and any customs fee. Maddalena Casadei was born in Forli. She graduated in Architecture from the University of Ferrara. She also received an MA in Design at Domus Academy. From 2017 she runs her on business setting her studio in Milan. Her design approach is based on a continuous personal interaction with clients, technicians etc. She focuses on product design, exhibition design and art direction. The art direction activity has led her to develop a personal vision and sensitivity towards the communication of products, often pushing her to deal with the concept of photo shoot sets. She teaches as guest professor in various universities including ECAL in Lausanne.

Dimensions:

Width: 168 in (426.72 cm)Length: 120 in (304.8 cm)

Style:

Modern (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Wool,Hand-Knotted

Place of Origin:

Morocco

Period:

21st Century

Date of Manufacture:

2020