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Place of Origin: Moroccan
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tuareg Mat
Located in New York, NY
Morocco, circa 1940
Measures: 14'4" x 9'5" (437 x 287 cm)
Handwoven.
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Leather, Reed
Moroccan African Tuareg Vintage Runner Rug
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Moroccan nomadic African Tuareg rug runner with wo and cotton embroidered geometrical modernist designs.This rug was used for room separation in the Berber tents...
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1950s Folk Art Vintage Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage moroccan Berber rug
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Rare size semi antique tribal rug from the Moroccan mountains. Made by women of the Zemmour tribe, hand-knotted from high quality wool.
About Berber rugs:
Berber rugs and carpets are...
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1960s Tribal Vintage Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Rug by Berber Tribes of Morocco
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21283 Vintage Berber Moroccan rug, 06'02 x 10'04. With its nomadic charm, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool vintage Moroccan rug is a captivating vision of woven ...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Beni Ouarain Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century Moroccan Beni Ouarain carpet
Morocco, circa mid-20th century
Handwoven.
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Moroccan Berber Rug with Checkerboard Pattern 'DK-119-10'
Located in New York, NY
A lovely old Moroccan Berber rug, attributed to the Ait Sgougou or Beni Mguild in the west-central part of the Middle Atlas Mountains displaying a deceptively simple checkerboard des...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
New and Modern Moroccan Rug with Abstract Design
Located in New York, NY
This is an attractive example of the current trend in Moroccans with abstract, geometric painterly designs, often, as here, on cream grounds. The brown, light blue and gold spills ou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
1980's Berber Boujad Diamond Moroccan Carpet with Modern Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21429 Vintage Red Boujad Moroccan Rug, 05'11 x 09'04. Maximalism meets bohemian rhapsody in this hand knotted wool vintage Boujad Moroccan rug. The intrinsic tribal pattern and satur...
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Late 20th Century Aesthetic Movement Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Moroccan 'Boujad' Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century Moroccan 'Boujad' kilim.
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Moroccan 'Halk' Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century Moroccan 'Halk' kilim.
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Moroccan 'Zaiane' Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century Moroccan 'Zaiane' carpet.
Category
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Beni M'guild Moroccan Rug
By Berber Tribes of Morocco, Beni M'Guild
Located in Dallas, TX
21418 Vintage Beni M'Guild Moroccan Rug, 06'10 x 10'02.
With its simplicity, plush pile and tribal style, this hand knotted wool vintage Beni M'Guild Moroccan rug is a captivating v...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Tribal Bohemian Mid 20th Century Moroccan Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century Moroccan tribal rug
Measures: 3'10'' x 8'.
Category
20th Century Bohemian Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Moroccan Purple Diamond Patterned Beni Ourain Wool Rug 10'8''x15'9''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This hand-knotted wool rug is a bold and artistic interpretation of the traditional Beni Ourain style. Woven by skilled artisans, the rug features a striking diamond trellis pattern ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Bohemian Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug, Tribal Enchantment Meets Boho Jungalow
By Berber Tribes of Morocco, Boujad Tribe
Located in Dallas, TX
74774 Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug, 05'08 x 09'01.
Step into the enchanting realm of Boujad rugs, hailing from the lively city of Boujad in the Khouribga region, celebrated for its ...
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Late 20th Century Bohemian Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Custom Sizes - New Hand Knotted Moroccan Beni Ourain Berber Tulu Rug, 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A contemporary hand knotted Moroccan rug inspired by the Berber culture in the Atlas mountains, with soft velvety pile, made of hand-spun natural lambswool. It has an overall lattice...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Collectible Diamond Purple Violet Moroccan Wool Shag Midcentury Area Rug
Located in New York, NY
Collectible antique vintage Moroccan shag rug in excellent condition. Featuring a geometric diamond pattern over a deeply saturated violet or aubergine purple background. The jewel-t...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Runner with Polychromatic Diamond Medallions, 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.
On the Design:
Admirers...
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1950s Vintage Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Authentic Berber Moroccan Rug, Earth-Tone Elegance Meets Rustic Luxe
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21336 Authentic Large Earthy Moroccan Rug, 11'09 x 13'01.
Emanating simplicity and modern luxe style, this hand knotted wool Berber Moroccan rug provides a feeling of cozy contentmen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Green Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, Boho Chic Meets Biophilic Design
By Berber Tribes of Morocco, Beni M'Guild
Located in Dallas, TX
20322 Vintage Green Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, 06’01 x 10’09. Beni M'Guild rugs, originating from the Beni M'Guild tribe nestled in the Middle Atlas Mountains of Morocco, represent an esteemed tradition deeply ingrained in Berber culture. Crafted by skilled Berber women using traditional techniques passed down through generations, these rugs are celebrated for their dense pile, intricate geometric patterns, and vibrant hues. Adorned with iconic symbols such as diamonds, chevrons, and various geometric shapes, Beni M'Guild rugs boast a unique aesthetic that captivates both collectors and interior designers. Renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship, these rugs have earned a prestigious reputation, coveted by those who appreciate their timeless allure and cultural significance.
In this hand-knotted wool vintage green Beni M'Guild Moroccan rug, the meeting of Boho Chic and Biophilic Design creates a captivating fusion. The rug's bold color scheme and intricate Berber Tribe symbolism intertwine seamlessly, capturing the essence of Bohemian style with a tribal twist. Across the composition, an asymmetrical diamond lattice unfolds, adorned with a rich array of geometric patterns including triangles, hourglass shapes, diamonds, squares, Solomon star motifs, and enigmatic tribal symbols. Each element of this vintage Moroccan Beni M'Guild rug carries traditional symbolism related to femininity, protection, and conception, echoing the cultural heritage of the Berber Tribe.
The rug's aesthetic resonates with the esoteric symbolic representation celebrated by modern artists, yet it remains deeply rooted in ancient Berber Tribe culture. While rarely employed in festivals or family celebrations, authentic green Moroccan rugs...
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Late 20th Century Bohemian Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s Beautiful Mid Century Tribal Berbere Moroccan Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty vintage Moroccan tribal Kilim with nice geometrical design and beautiful colors, entirely hand woven with wool on wool foundation.
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"Experience the epitome of luxury and c...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Tribal Wool Rug or Carpet with Geometrical Design
Located in Plainview, NY
This Moroccan vintage tribal rug or carpet is a stunning and sophisticated addition to your living room, dining room, entryway or bedroom, this rug and its exquisite, captivating pat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tribal Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
New Contemporary Berber Moroccan Rug with Postmodern Bohemian Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21151 new Contemporary Berber Moroccan rug with Postmodern Bohemian style 11'00 x 11'09. With its simplicity, plush pile and Mid-Century Modern Bohemian vibes, this hand knotted wool...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug with Bohemian Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21662 vintage Berber Moroccan rug with Bohemian style 06'04 x 11'08. Showcasing a bold expressive design, incredible detail and texture, this hand knott...
Category
Late 20th Century Bohemian Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Zemmour Moroccan Rug Pillow by Berber Tribes of Morocco
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Bohemian Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool, Sequins
Modern Moroccan Rug
Located in New York, NY
Modern, handwoven wool rug with pictorial design
Multicolor Moroccan circa 1940s
Rug Measures
5'6x8'7.
Category
1940s Vintage Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Berber Beni M'Guild Moroccan Rug with Bohemian Style
By Beni M'Guild, Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21476, vintage Berber Beni M'Guild Moroccan rug with Bohemian style. Showcasing an expressive design in warm hues, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool vintage Berbe...
Category
Late 20th Century Bohemian Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage High Atlas Moroccan Berber Rug
Located in Milan, IT
A finely woven Berber rug from the Zenaga region, located in the Moroccan High Atlas, distinguished by a light indigo blue background decorated by paralle...
Category
1960s Tribal Vintage Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful mid-20th century Moroccan rug with an all-over zigzag pattern created from alternating black, orange, violet, and cream colored stripes creating a large diamond on one end.
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Beni M'Guild Moroccan Rug
By Beni M'Guild, Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
20262 Vintage Red Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, 05'11 x 08'04. Beni M'Guild rugs, originating from the Beni M'Guild tribe nestled in the Middle Atlas Mountains of Morocco, represent a ch...
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Mid-20th Century Bohemian Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Abstract Pink and Gray Area Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
At Silk Road Rug Inc each of our Moroccan Beni rugs are a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful...
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2010s Mid-Century Modern Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Neutral Moroccan Azilal Rug, Tribal Enchantment Meets Shibui Design
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21752 Vintage Neutral Moroccan Azilal Rug, 04'09 x 08'04. Bursting forth from the vibrant heart of central Morocco's provincial capital, cradled in the High Atlas Mountains, comes th...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Rug Azilal Tribe Atlas Collection
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A magnificent vintage Moroccan rug of Azilal Tribe in Atlas Collection that features the stunning tones of ivory, charcoal and salmon red. A high-impact irregular sized checkerboard ...
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1950s Vintage Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Berber Moroccan Rug, Nomadic Charm Meets Mid-Century Modern Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21152 Authentic Berber Moroccan Rug 10'09 x 12'03.
Nomadic charm meets Mid-Century Modern style in this hand knotted wool Berber Moroccan rug. The intrinsic tribal design and neutral...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
New Contemporary Berber Moroccan Rug with Tribal Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21663 new contemporary Berber Moroccan rug with Tribal style 08'05 x 12'01. Showcasing a bold expressive design, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool contemporary Be...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tribal Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bright Boujad Moroccan Rug 'DK-119-9'
Located in New York, NY
Did the weaver keep changing her mind or did she know what she wanted all along? A bright and cheerful rug from the vicinity of Boujad in the Beni Mellal-Khenifra region in central M...
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Late 20th Century Tribal Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Moroccan Runner Rug in Checkerboard Geometric Pattern, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and originating from Morocco circa 1950-1960, this 2x7 vintage Moroccan runner rug is an exciting new curation from Rug & Kilim’s collection.
On the Design:
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1950s Vintage Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s nice long Moroccan tribal rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful mid century tribal Moroccan Berber rug with nice geometrical design and beautiful colours with a red color on the field and black, grey and yellow on the design, wears due ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Moroccan Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
This beautiful Vintage Moroccan hand-knotted design rug will make your floor look splendid. This collection is made in wool. It's measures are: 4'.5 x ...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Moroccan Rug in Brown with Black Art Deco style Geometric Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool, this 10x13 Moroccan rug by Rug & Kilim represents an exciting new line of modern tribal rugs. Its design plays black geometric patterns of Art Deco style in a l...
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2010s Modern Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage 20th Century Moroccan Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible vintage mid-20th century Moroccan rug with a central stylized floral diamond amidst a square field of more stylized flowers, and flanked by a series of stripes with mor...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Vintage Tuareg Reed Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A truly flatwoven, tribal, sustainable carpet in natural tan reeds in four sections.There is a subtle pattern of small lozenges in widely spaced rows. The reeds give a flat surface w...
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1950s Vintage Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
New and Modern Moroccan Rug Design
Located in New York, NY
The subtle charcoal large lozenge lattice straightens out at one end to form house-shaped pentagonal reserves. No lateral borders and slender bitonal st...
Category
2010s Modern Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Mejjat Berber Flat-Woven Haik Kilim Rug
Located in Milan, IT
A finely woven haik from the Mejjat tribe, located in the most southern part of the Moroccan Anti Atlas region, close to the border with the Sahara desert. Distinguished for their bl...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug with Modern Tribal Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
Impeccably woven from hand-knotted wool and displaying a modern tribal style, this vintage Berber Moroccan rug features three medallions surrounded by symbolic Berber motifs in an ab...
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Late 20th Century Tribal Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Psychedelic Azilal Berber Moroccan Rug
Located in New York, NY
Psychedelic Azilal Berber Moroccan rug. The classic Berber diamond grid melted into a psychedelic vision at the hands of a very talented weaver. One of our best finds this year. The ...
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Late 20th Century Tribal Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Wool
New Color Block Moroccan Rug with Cubist Abstract Expressionist Style
By Hans Hofmann, Paul Klee, Gunta Stölzl, Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21171 new contemporary Berber Moroccan rug with Cubist Abstract Expressionist style 10'01 x 12'03. Showcasing a bold expressive design, incredible detail and texture, this hand knott...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Oversized Vintage Moroccan Tuareg Mat, with Geometric Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage Moroccan floor covering is a 11x17 Tuareg mat from the nomadic tribe of the same name. Handwoven with reeds and leather circa 1950-1960, its natural materials enjoy warm brown, beige and red tones in its geometric patterns.
On the Design:
Connoisseurs will admire Tuareg mats as distinct works with their own rich history and unique, masterful craftsmanship. This design is also one of few in its kind to favor a minimalist approach to the primitivist Berber geometric patterns. The large size further connotes a particularly intricate work—likely made by two or more weavers with meticulous detail. It’s as much a collectible piece of folk art and nomadic culture as a comfortable, durable floor covering today.
Condition:
This vintage Moroccan Tuareg mat...
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1950s Vintage Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Leather, Reed
Vintage Aqua Blue Boujad Moroccan Rug
By Berber Tribes of Morocco, Boujad Tribe
Located in Dallas, TX
20711 Vintage Aqua Boujad Moroccan Rug, 05'00 x 08'00. Originating from Morocco's Boujad region, Boujad rugs are exquisite handwoven masterpieces that embody the vibrant artistic leg...
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Late 20th Century Bohemian Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s nice Vintage Moroccan Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice mid century tribal Moroccan rug with beautiful geometrical design and light colors with beige and brown, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on wool foundation.
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"Experi...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Runner in Pink with Green and Gold Diamonds, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and originating from Morocco circa 1950-1960, this 2x10 vintage Moroccan rug is an extremely rare piece like so few of its provenance.
On the Design:
Admirer...
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1950s Vintage Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
5x8.6 ft Moroccan Tulu Rug, 100% Natural Un-Dyed Wool, Custom Options Available
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A new handmade Moroccan Berber rug made of natural un-dyed, handspun lambswool.
Soft, comfy, cozy pile. The rug is available as seen or if requested, it can be custom produced in a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Extra Large Textural Conifers Green Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary extra large textural conifers green rug by Doris Leslie Blau.
Size: 20.9" × 25.8" (632 × 782 cm).
An extra-large modern rug of vintage tribal inspiration, hand-woven in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
6.6x10.2 Ft Contemporary Moroccan Berber Azilal Style Tulu Rug, All Natural Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A contemporary hand-knotted Moroccan rug made of natural undyed ivory or cream and brown sheep wool.
These hand-knotted rugs are produced from scratch in our atelier located in Cen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan 'Protection' Rug
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
78364 Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug, 06'07 x 10'07.
Showcasing an expressive tribal design, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool vintage Berber Moroccan rug is a capt...
Category
Late 20th Century Bohemian Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Vintage Moroccan Leather Tuareg Rug North Africa
Located in Marbella, ES
Moroccan Tuareg leather mats are made of dwarf palm tree fibers and hand woven with leather stripes, this are great to use indoor or outdoor, beautiful brown earth-tone colors. This ...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Leather, Straw
Vintage Berber Moroccan Azilal Rug, Boho Chic Meets Tribal Enchantment
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
20622 Vintage Berber Moroccan Azilal Rug, 04'00 x 07'08. Enter the enchanting world of Azilal rugs, where every thread weaves a narrative spun with precision by skilled artisans amid...
Category
Late 20th Century Expressionist Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Pretty mid century Moroccan tribal rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful mid century Moroccan Berber rug with nice simple geometrical and tribal design and nice colours with purple , orange, green and blue , entirely hand woven with wool on wool...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Beni Ourain Rugs, Azilal Rugs and Other Moroccan Rugs and North African Rugs for Sale
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.