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Vintage Kilim Boucherouite Rug Flatwoven Recycled Textile with Striped Geometric Motifs
This vibrant vintage Kilim Boucherouite rug features a rhythmic …
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Vintage Kilim Boucherouite Rug Flatwoven Recycled Textile with Striped Geometric Motifs
This vibrant vintage Kilim Boucherouite rug features a rhythmic composition of horizontal stripes in deep purples, earthy browns, and warm beiges, punctuated by intricate bands of geometric diamond and zigzag motifs. Each colorful band weaves together vivid hits of blue, green, yellow, and red, creating a dynamic, tapestry-like surface that shifts continuously down the length of the piece.
Handwoven from recycled textiles and fabric scraps by Berber women in Morocco, this flatwoven rug merges the graphic, low-pile structure of a traditional kilim with the resourceful, upcycled ethos of Boucherouite weaving. Unlike standard wool flatweaves, this piece is characterized by an eclectic, variegated mix of repurposed materials, giving the precise geometric bands a uniquely organic and textural quality. The result is a highly sustainable, genuinely unrepeatable work of Moroccan folk art.
Its tapestry-like profile, rich earthy grounding, and flashes of vivid jewel tones make this vintage flatweave a captivating statement piece for interiors that value color play, sustainability, and authentic handmade craftsmanship.
Authentic Handmade Kilim Boucherouite Craftsmanship
Crafted through a brilliant blending of traditions, this piece utilizes the tight, flatwoven technique of a kilim but replaces conventional wool yarn with the upcycled materials of Boucherouite weaving. Local artisans hand-loomed recycled cottons, salvaged clothing scraps, and leftover yarns to build the intricate striped design. The alternating bands of solid earth tones and vivid tribal geometries reflect a highly improvisational, materials-driven approach, where the available textile scraps directly shape the rug's final palette, resulting in a deeply creative and sustainable textile.
Ideal for Eclectic & Bohemian Interiors
With its thin, flatwoven construction and captivating spectrum of colors, this vintage piece is an incredibly versatile foundational layer for eclectic and maximalist spaces.
It serves beautifully in high-traffic areas, under dining tables, or even displayed as a large-scale wall hanging. The deep purples and colorful geometric accents pair effortlessly with natural wood furniture, mid-century leather seating, terra cotta tiles, and lush indoor plants, bringing vibrant texture and authentic history to curated living rooms and creative studios.
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- Dimensions
- 5′3″ × 10′4″ and 0.4″ thick
- Pattern
- Stripe
- Rug Construction
- Hand Knotted
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- Morocco
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Cotton
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Pink
- Condition Notes
- Vintage. Clean and ready to use. Signs of age and wear are expected in handcrafted vintage Moroccan rugs. Vintage. Clean and ready to use. Signs of age and wear are expected in handcrafted vintage Moroccan rugs. less
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