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22070 Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug, 03'08 x 06'00.
The Guardian's Blessing: A Vintage Boujad Moroccan Masterpiece of Good Fortune
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22070 Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug, 03'08 x 06'00.
The Guardian's Blessing: A Vintage Boujad Moroccan Masterpiece of Good Fortune
This hand knotted wool vintage Boujad Moroccan rug is a remarkable expression of the symbolic language preserved by the Berber Tribes of Morocco. Every geometric motif reflects generations of ancestral knowledge, transforming the textile into a visual chronicle of protection, prosperity, and spiritual devotion. Rich with vibrant color and deeply personal iconography, this Boujad treasure offers the rare privilege of owning a stunning masterwork that carries both artistic distinction and profound cultural meaning.
Dominating the upper field is a monumental cross-shaped tribal crest, representing the home as the sacred heart of family life. More than an architectural emblem, it invokes stability, permanence, and protection across the four cardinal directions, expressing the Amazigh belief that a well-guarded household flourishes through balance and divine favor. Its commanding presence anchors the exceptional composition with quiet authority while celebrating the enduring strength of kinship.
Below, an elaborate diamond medallion radiates as the spiritual centerpiece of the rug. Revered throughout Amazigh tradition as the Eye or Mirror, the diamond serves as a talisman believed to repel envy, misfortune, and the evil eye before harm can reach the family. Throughout the surrounding field, iconic chevron motifs, clustered triangles, and stylized bird motifs evoke celestial messengers carrying baraka—divine blessing, freedom, and hope. Their rhythmic arrangement suggests an ongoing dialogue between the earthly and the unseen.
Scattered X-shapes, comb-like forms, and fibula-inspired motifs pay tribute to the women whose skilled hands preserved these ancient traditions through weaving. Symbols of fertility, marital union, and the joining of generations, they complete an exquisite work of art that is both deeply personal and universally meaningful. This vintage Boujad Moroccan rug transcends decorative beauty, standing as an extraordinary masterpiece of tribal artistry created for collectors who seek authenticity, rarity, and an enduring connection to Amazigh heritage.
Abrash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Morocco.
Berber Tribes of Morocco. Boujad.
Measures: 03'08 x 06'00.
Pile Height: 0.25 of an inch.
Date: 1980's. Late 20th Century.
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- Dimensions
- 3′8″ × 6′ and 0.25″ thick
- Pattern
- Geometric
- Rug Construction
- Hand Knotted
- Period
- Late 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Morocco
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wool
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Ivory
- Condition Notes
- Abrash. Wear Consistent with Age and Use. If you require more information before purchasing please let us know. We do … moreAbrash. Wear Consistent with Age and Use. If you require more information before purchasing please let us know. We do our best to ensure that our photos are as true to color as possible as we know every individual may see these colors differently. less
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