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Indulge in the quiet beauty of this handcrafted Moroccan cactus silk pillow, measuring a generous 24 inches square. Woven from …
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Indulge in the quiet beauty of this handcrafted Moroccan cactus silk pillow, measuring a generous 24 inches square. Woven from the resilient fibers of the Saharan aloe vera cactus — often called cactus silk or Sabra silk — this large cushion is finished in a warm, tonal ivory that reads soft and understated rather than high-contrast. A subtle white-on-white cross-stitch embroidery traces small diamond clusters and an arrow motif across the face, hand-stitched by Moroccan artisans in a technique passed down through generations of Berber women weavers — the pattern reveals itself gradually as the light shifts across the weave, rather than announcing itself boldly. Raw fringe detailing at the top corners and a coordinating zip closure keep the finish honest to its handmade origins.
This substantial 24" pillow works beautifully as a quiet layering piece on a sofa or bed, adding texture without competing for attention, or as an oversized floor cushion for relaxed lounging. This is more than a cushion — it's a piece of Moroccan craft brought into the home.
This is a 24" square Moroccan cactus silk (Sabra silk) pillow in a tonal ivory/oatmeal colorway, with subtle white-on-white cross-stitch embroidery and raw fringe detail at the corners.
Q: What does "tonal" embroidery mean on a pillow like this? A: It means the stitching is worked in a color very close to the base fabric — here, white thread on ivory — so the pattern shows up through texture and light rather than bold color contrast. It's a quieter, more understated look than a pillow with high-contrast embroidery.
*Colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio
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- Dimensions
- 24ʺW × 0.25ʺD × 24ʺH
- Styles
- Moroccan
- Pattern
- Geometric
- Period
- 1990s
- Country of Origin
- Morocco
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Silk
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Ivory
- Condition Notes
- New artisanal. Displays natural variation in grain, knots, and live-edge character — no two tables are alike. New artisanal. Displays natural variation in grain, knots, and live-edge character — no two tables are alike. less
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