21672 Vintage Berber Moroccan Boujad Rug, 06'00 x 13'04.
A radiant statement of Berber heritage, this hand-knotted wool vintage Moroccan Boujad rug stands as a masterpiece of tribal artistry, commanding both reverence and admiration. Its luminous abrashed orange field glows with the vitality of the Atlas Mountains, while five boldly rendered hooked lozenges float across the composition, each carrying the weight of ancestral symbolism. Unlike mere decoration, these motifs serve as woven testaments to identity, femininity, and protection—making this rug not only an objet d’art but also a sacred manuscript of Berber culture.
The vivid interplay of colors—burnt orange, turquoise, emerald, magenta, and saffron—creates a dazzling harmony that feels simultaneously modern and timeless. Each shade is alive with meaning: fiery tones symbolizing energy and passion, cooler hues grounding the design in balance and serenity. This orchestration of tones echoes the Berber philosophy of weaving life itself into cloth, ensuring that every glance at the rug reveals a new story, a hidden meaning, or a whispered blessing. Its bold tribal border, enclosing and protecting the feminine center motifs, reflects the enduring dialogue between male and female principles—an eternal dance of harmony and fertility.
Exquisite in detail and layered with symbolic richness, this Boujad rug embodies the dual essence of Berber weaving—at once pragmatic and profoundly spiritual. The lozenge, long associated with womanhood and fertility, anchors the field as a symbol of continuity and new life. Encasing these, the protective geometry of the border asserts the masculine presence, safeguarding the sanctuary of family and community. Together, they form a cultural blueprint, where art, heritage, and philosophy unite seamlessly in wool, offering not just beauty, but wisdom woven across generations.
To possess this rug is to secure a piece of history, an heirloom of scarcity and prestige that transcends time and trend. It is a symbol of exclusivity not only because of its rarity, but because of the cultural preservation it represents—supporting the legacy of Berber artisans and sustaining traditions that have survived through centuries. More than a floor covering, this vintage Boujad is a woven sanctuary, a vibrant declaration of taste, and an artifact of meaning—destined to hold pride of place in the world’s most discerning interiors.
- Boujad Tribe.
- Berber Tribes of Morocco.
- Abrash.
- Hand-knotted wool.
- Made in Morocco.
- Measures: 06'00 x 13'04.
- Date: 1980's. Late 20th Century.
