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22096 Contemporary Boujad Moroccan Rug, 09'11 x 12'09.
The Living Covenant: A Boujad Moroccan Masterpiece of Avant-Garde Elegance
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22096 Contemporary Boujad Moroccan Rug, 09'11 x 12'09.
The Living Covenant: A Boujad Moroccan Masterpiece of Avant-Garde Elegance
This hand knotted wool contemporary Boujad Moroccan rug from the Haouz region is a beautiful expression of Amazigh artistry, where ancestral symbolism is reimagined through a richly layered, painterly composition. Its sweeping fields of crimson, saffron, beige, and rose, evoke an abstract landscape that feels both deeply historic and unmistakably current. Coveted by discerning collectors and celebrated by leading designers, this avant-garde creation possesses the unmistakable presence of a stunning masterwork, inviting admiration as both a cultural treasure and a statement of refined taste.
Across the exceptional composition, floating diamonds and elongated lozenges establish the spiritual language of the weave. Within Amazigh tradition, the iconic diamond motif embodies womanhood, the womb, and the enduring power of creation, while its nested form transforms into the protective Eye, guarding the household against envy and unseen forces. Vertical chains of linked lozenges trace an unbroken ancestral lineage, symbolizing generations connected through memory, kinship, and shared heritage. Their measured progression creates a visual pilgrimage through life's milestones, preserving the wisdom of those who came before.
Throughout the lower register, branching combs and pitchfork-like motifs pay tribute to the essential tools of both the loom and the land. They express hopes for abundant harvests, domestic prosperity, and the rewards earned through skilled hands. Chevron bands weave gently across the sumptuous surface as enduring emblems of flowing water, life's perpetual rhythm, and the continuity that binds each generation to the next. Intersecting forms quietly resolve into cross motifs, honoring the four cardinal directions, the turning seasons, and the enduring balance between the physical and spiritual worlds.
The rug's expressive composition recalls the lyrical geometry of Paul Klee, the atmospheric fields of Mark Rothko, and the instinctive visual language of Jean-Michel Basquiat, while remaining unmistakably rooted in Amazigh tradition. Every shift of color, symbolic figure, and asymmetrical contour reflects a personal narrative woven into wool, elevating this striking Boujad rug beyond decoration into an extraordinary masterpiece. Destined for interiors where provenance, craftsmanship, and cultural significance define true luxury, this exquisite work of art offers an acquisition whose prestige will endure for generations.
Abrash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Morocco.
Berber Tribes of Morocco. Boujad.
Measures: 09'11 x 12'09.
Pile Height: 0.38 of an inch.
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- Dimensions
- 9′11″ × 12′9″ and 0.38″ thick
- Pattern
- Geometric
- Rug Construction
- Hand Knotted
- Period
- Early 21st Century
- Country of Origin
- Morocco
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wool
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Condition Notes
- Abrash. Excellent Condition. Wear Consistent with Age and Use. If you require more information before purchasing please let us know. … moreAbrash. Excellent Condition. 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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