10 x 16 - Moroccan Rug - 74165

Moroccan rugs are favored for their exciting, abstract and modern designs. While they display some of the same aesthetic tendencies previously celebrated by modern artists, they are indeed tribal compositions which have played importance to the nomadic tribes in Morocco for centuries. While the patterns may seem whimsical and random – they are very significant to the rug weaver's life. The carpet weavers incorporate design elements from their personal experience into the rugs designs. The symbols are usually references to events and aspects of their daily life such as beliefs, birth, fertility, nature, femininity, life and spirituality. They are believed to protect the human spirit from negative energy and shield the human body from the elements. This is a wonderful example of a Moroccan rug, hand-knotted with its asymmetrical, yet sophisticated composition highlighting the authentic and archaic spirit of tribal art. The off white, ivory background is made from natural sheep's wool and contrasts beautifully with the well-defined lines. Let this oversize Moroccan harmonize the disparate elements, add texture and deliver soothing serenity to your home. Measures: 10'02" x 16'02"