7 x 9 - Red Vintage Moroccan Rug - 20280

20280 Mid-Century
Modern Red Berber Moroccan Rug with Tribal Style From Esmaili Rugs Collection.
With the dramatic red color and plush pile,
this Mid-Century Modern red Berber Moroccan rug showcases the authentically
archaic spirit of tribal art in a beautifully Bohemian way. Everything about it
feels subtle and sensuous. As time goes by and this Moroccan rug is subjected
to foot traffic, the true beauty will be exposed as the tribal symbols will
gradually appear. Red is the color love, passion, fire and blood. It is linked
to heroism in Japan, happiness in China and strength in Morocco. Unlock the
secrets with this striking, Berber Moroccan rug. The all-over diamond pattern
and diamond shapes found in this Moroccan rug are linked with protection and
strength. The hints of dyes that make their way into the rug’s motifs and
fringes have their own tale to tell. In Berber culture, the color red
symbolizes strength and protection, blue symbolizes wisdom, yellow represents
eternity and green stands for peace. While the patterns may seem whimsical and
random, they are very significant to the rug weaver’s life. The Berber women
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. Some believed that the rugs could even ward off evil spirits so
naturally, they incorporated designs such as diamonds and lucky charms to ward
off the evil spirits and bring luck, prosperity and protection. Hand-knotted
wool. Made in Morocco. Berber tribes of Morocco. Measures: 07'04 x 08'11. Date:
1960 to 1969. Mid-20
^th Century. Good Condition - Minor wear
consistent with age and history.