Description:-
20190 Vintage Red Boujad Moroccan Rug, 06'06 x 14'08.
A Boujad rug is a traditional Moroccan handwoven rug crafted by Berber artisans from the Zemmour tribe in the Haouz region near the town of Boujad in the Middle Atlas Mountains. These rugs are known for vibrant colors, intricate geometric patterns, and asymmetrical designs, typically made from natural materials like wool and cotton. Each rug is unique, reflecting the weaver's creativity and cultural influences, often incorporating traditional Berber symbols. Boujad rugs are prized for their artistic value and serve both functional and decorative purposes, gaining popularity in interior design for their ability to infuse Moroccan authenticity and cultural richness into spaces.
Incorporating bold boho-chic flair and a touch of worldly sophistication, this hand knotted wool vintage Berber Moroccan rug radiates enchanting allure. The vibrant abrashed red field serves as a canvas for an alluring geometric tapestry, featuring large-scale amulets, serrated diamonds, eight-point stars, hamsa, camel tracks, and Burdock motifs. However, what sets this rug apart is not just its visual splendor but the symbolic richness embedded within its design.
The composition is framed by a ladder comb border, symbolizing the male's presence. In Moroccan rug traditions, male motifs are strategically placed on the outer portions, enveloping and protecting the inner space adorned with female motifs. This arrangement signifies not only fertility but also emphasizes the idea of protection and the sanctity of the family unit. The intentional placement of these symbols carries profound cultural significance, portraying the interconnectedness of life and the preservation of heritage.
While this vintage Moroccan rug may seem deceptively simple, every element is intricately chosen and woven with meaning. From fertility symbols to protective motifs, this vintage Moroccan rug is a woven tapestry that tells a story of cultural depth and significance, inviting you to not only appreciate its bold boho-chic style but to also explore the nuanced symbolism that makes it a truly remarkable piece of art.
- Rendered in variegated shades of red, orange, purple, peach, slate gray, and coffee with other accent colors.
- Abrash.
- Hand-knotted wool.
- Made in Morocco.
- Berber Tribes of Morocco. Boujad.
- Measures: 06'06 x 14'08.
- Date: 1970s. Late 20th Century.
