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Hand-knotted in wool and originating circa 1950-1959, this 6x11 vintage Moroccan berber rug joins Rug & Kilim’s Moroccan collection. It …
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Hand-knotted in wool and originating circa 1950-1959, this 6x11 vintage Moroccan berber rug joins Rug & Kilim’s Moroccan collection. It features an electrifying diamond lattice and protective tribal motifs in vivid pink, orange, and charcoal.
On the Design:
Admirers of High Atlas weaving traditions will appreciate the vibrant energy and geometric authority displayed across this mid-century Berber rug. Woven by indigenous women in North Africa, these high-pile floor coverings depart from formal urban symmetry in favor of spontaneous, deeply personal narratives. This 1950s example commands attention through an electrifying color palette, where a monumental, stacked diamond lattice sweeps dynamically down an expansive field dyed in rich shades of magenta pink, coral, and marigold orange.
In traditional Berber visual culture, this prominent lozenge structure symbolizes protection and feminine fertility, establishing a powerful architectural framework across the rug. Enclosed within these bold geometric boundaries is a dense array of ancestral tribal motifs, highlighted by dark charcoal-black and cream pick-stitched accents that lend dramatic visual depth. The luxurious, high-pile wool naturally diffuses the energetic linework into a soft-focus, painterly texture, making this radiant vintage piece a compelling centerpiece for modern living rooms, artful bedrooms, and curated luxury spaces. The accompanying book, Pull of the Thread: Textile Travels of a Generation by Sheila Fruman, is part of Volumes by Rug & Kilim. The book (SKU - B168) can be acquired independently through our bookstore.
Condition:
This vintage Moroccan shag rug enjoys good condition for its age and origin.
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- Dimensions
- 6′3″ × 10′8″ and 0.25″ thick
- Styles
- Traditional
- Pattern
- Geometric
- Rug Construction
- Hand Knotted
- Brand
- Rug & Kilim
- Period
- 1950s
- Country of Origin
- Morocco
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wool
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Orange
- Condition Notes
- In Pristine condition. In Pristine condition. less
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