Vintage Berber Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug

About the Item

21397 Vintage Berber Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug. With its simplicity, plush pile and tribal style, this hand knotted wool vintage Berber Beni Ourain Moroccan rug is a captivating vision of woven beauty. It features a diamond lattice composed of lines running from top to bottom, creating a handsome lozenge trellis with a strong sense of dimensionality and a striking visual effect. The diamond trellis is decorated with ambiguous tribal symbols. Historical richness and full of Ancient Berber symbolism, this vintage Beni Ourain rug features traditional symbols of protection and femininity while the bands along the vertical sides traditionally represent the male's presence. In Moroccan rugs, male motifs often appear on the outer portions of the composition, framing and enclosing the female motifs. This presentation can be seen as symbolizing fertility, as well as protection and the sanctuary of the family. Perfect for a living room, bedroom, dining room, children's area, nursery, drawing room, private library, billiards room, clubhouse, home office, master retreat, private Chambers, wine cellar, executive suite, conservatory, royal suite, hotel lobby, music room, studio, study, loft, lounge, entertainment parlor, trophy room, or sitting room. Well-suited for fashion-forward homes, eclectic interiors, and a variety of styles: Tribal, Boho Chic, Bohemian, Abstract, Expressionism, Cubism, Surrealism, Postmodern, Memphis Design, Modern, Contemporary, Eclectic, Modern Mexican, Artisan, Lodge, Cabin, Rustic, Retro, Art Moderne, International, Nomadic, Mid-Century Modern, Hygge, Mys, Mysigt, Industrial, Urban, and Loft. Rendered in variegated shades of beige, taupe, greige, eggplant, plum, purple, coffee, charcoal, and wine with other accent colors. Beni Ouarain. Berber Tribes of Morocco. Abrash. Hand-knotted wool. Made in Morocco. Measures: 05'11 x 10'00.

Dimensions:

Width: 71 in (180.34 cm)Length: 120 in (304.8 cm)

Style:

Modern (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Wool,Hand-Knotted

Place of Origin:

Morocco

Period:

Late 20th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1970-1979