Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Shag Area Rug, Handwoven Wool, Stripe, 5' X 7'

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This striking vintage Moroccan Boucherouite rug from the third quarter of the 20th century is a work of exuberant abstract … Read more This striking vintage Moroccan Boucherouite rug from the third quarter of the 20th century is a work of exuberant abstract folk art — its bold geometric design woven in a dynamic palette of purple, pink, yellow, magenta, and orange that radiates the free-spirited creativity and joyful color energy of 1960s artistic expression. The abstract motifs and vibrant hues bring an energetic, expressive presence to any space.

Handwoven by Berber artisans from recycled fabric scraps, this rug embodies both tradition and modernity — the ancient Berber craft of weaving combined with the improvisational spirit that emerges when an artist works with available materials rather than predetermined plans. The result is a piece of genuine artistic spontaneity that functions as both a grounding textile and a statement artwork. The Boucherouite tradition — the name derived from the Moroccan Arabic term meaning 'torn fabric' or 'a piece of used cloth' — emerged in Morocco in the mid-20th century as Berber women adapted their weaving skills to incorporate recycled textiles in place of traditional wool. Born of economic necessity, Boucherouite rugs quickly became celebrated as works of spontaneous abstract art — their free compositions, exuberant colors, and tactile richness placing them firmly in the company of the great global folk art traditions.


Dimensions: 4' 6" x 7' 1"

Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s

Place of Origin: Morocco

Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with vegetable dyes

Condition: Good


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