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22102 Contemporary Boujad Moroccan Rug, 09'07 x 12'11.
The Living Chronicle: A Modern Boujad Moroccan Masterpiece of Bohemian Splendor
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22102 Contemporary Boujad Moroccan Rug, 09'07 x 12'11.
The Living Chronicle: A Modern Boujad Moroccan Masterpiece of Bohemian Splendor
Reserved for collectors who appreciate works that preserve both cultural memory and artistic innovation, this hand knotted wool contemporary Boujad Moroccan rug from Morocco's Haouz region is a compelling expression of Amazigh heritage. Its layered composition unfolds as a visual autobiography, where every precious knot and iconic motif carries generations of symbolism and every field records a chapter in the weaver's life. The result is an avant-garde creation that transcends decoration, becoming a stunning masterwork of enduring significance for sophisticated interiors.
Dominating the exceptional composition, the monumental concentric lozenge serves as the spiritual heart of the rug. Within Berber tradition, the diamond embodies womanhood, fertility, and the protective womb, while its nested layers transform into vigilant Eyes designed to capture and deflect harmful intentions before they reach the home. Surrounding floating lozenges extend this protective network across the field, creating an intricate talisman that celebrates family continuity and the enduring strength of maternal lineage.
Scattered X-shaped motifs recall the traditional scissors of the blacksmith, symbols believed to sever misfortune and repel unseen forces from the household. Nearby, checkerboard forms representing barley invoke prayers for abundance, nourishment, and lasting prosperity. Triangles pointing upward evoke the steadfast peaks of the Atlas Mountains, while those facing downward express feminine receptivity and the promise of new beginnings. Together they create a harmonious balance between earth, ancestry, and the cycles of human life.
The dramatic chevron landscape anchoring the lower register charts the winding path of life's journey, honoring perseverance through every ascent and descent. Framing comb-like side bands reinforce the composition as protective boundaries, symbolically enclosing the family within a sanctuary of strength. Read from the base upward, the rug unfolds as a chronological narrative—from youthful beginnings rooted in the mountains, through marriage and the establishment of a household, to the flourishing role of motherhood beneath the commanding central lozenge. Rich in symbolism and meticulous craftsmanship, this exquisite work of art offers an exclusive opportunity to acquire an extraordinary masterpiece of Amazigh tradition expressed through tribal elegance and bohemian splendor.
Abrash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Morocco.
Berber Tribes of Morocco. Boujad.
Measures: 09'07 x 12'11.
Pile Height: 0.33 of an inch.
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- Dimensions
- 9′7″ × 12′11″ and 0.33″ 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
- Pink
- 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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