5 x 8 - Red Vintage Moroccan Rug - 20289

20289 Vintage Red Rehamna Moroccan Rug, 05'04 x 08'03. 

From the sun-drenched plains of Rehamna east of Marrakech emerges a rug that defies expectations with its rich and eclectic designs. Immersed in a Maximalist aesthetic, this hand-knotted wool vintage Rehamna Moroccan rug is a vibrant testament to the fusion of tribal design and an exuberant color palette, creating a dynamic and visually striking masterpiece.

The red backdrop transforms into a kaleidoscopic canvas adorned with a profusion of elements, including polychromatic checkered barley, vertical rods and pentagons filled with confetti sprinkles. Enlivened with ambiguous motifs from the Berber tribe, this woven wonder unfolds a tapestry of meanings conveyed through its intricate geometric shapes. The arrangement of pentagons, reminiscent of the Hamsa, alludes to the protective nature against the evil eye. Blocks of rectangular bands and an array of rectangles, particularly those composed of slender bands, contribute as male motifs within the rug's narrative. The assembly of small squares forming a checkered pattern serves as a representation of beauty and femininity. This riot of patterns converges to create an abstract yet harmonious composition, inviting the eye to explore the intricacies of design. With a nod to Abstract Expressionism, a dash of cubism, and bold blocks of color, this Rehamna Moroccan rug draws inspiration from artistic visionaries like Mark Rothko, Hans Hofmann, and Karl Benjamin.

• Rendered in variegated shades of red, orange, purple, teal, black, beige and magenta with other accent colors.
• Abrash. 
• Hand-knotted wool. 
• Made in Morocco. 
• Berber Tribe of Morocco. Rehamna.
• Measures: 05'04 x 08'03.
• Date: 1970s. Late 20th Century.