Mid 20th Century Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug - 06'03 X 08'09

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20745 Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug, 06'03 x 08'09.
This hand-knotted wool vintage Beni Ourain Moroccan rug features a lozenge … Read more 20745 Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug, 06'03 x 08'09.
This hand-knotted wool vintage Beni Ourain Moroccan rug features a lozenge trellis pattern on a neutral background. Bold, thick lines composed of squares form a diamond lattice on a field of creamy-beige. Historical richness and full of Ancient Berber symbolism, this Beni Ourain rug features traditional symbols of protection, femininity and conception. It is heavily ornamented with diamond shapes, which represents the power of womanhood. Smaller diamonds, when housed inside of larger diamonds, is known to predict a pregnancy. This symbol is referred to as a "lozenge." Some of the lozenges are filled with the Burdock motif with latch-hook edges are protection symbols and meant to capture evil spirits. The piece is framed with a lozenge and V-shape border tying the rug together to completion. The style of the ancient Berber tribes, including the Beni Ourain, influenced artists and designers of the Mid-20th Century.

Perfect for a living room, bedroom, dining room, children's area, nursery, drawing room, private library, billiards room, clubhouse, home office, master retreat, private Chambers, wine cellar, executive suite, conservatory, royal suite, hotel lobby, music room, studio, study, loft, lounge, entertainment parlor, trophy room, or sitting room. Well-suited for a variety of styles: Mid-Century Modern, Tribal, Boho Chic, Nomadic, Bohemian, Organic Modern, Japandi, Hygge, Mys, Mysigt, Nordic, Danish Design, Finnish, Belgian, Modern, Contemporary, Eclectic, Modern Mexican, Artisan, Lodge, Cabin, Rustic, Retro, Art Moderne, International, Industrial, Urban, and Loft. Rustic yet refined, this versatile Beni Ourain rug would also complement mountain living for luxury ski chalets, secluded hunting lodges and rustic ranches found in Montana, Colorado, Lake Tahoe, Wyoming, or the Adirondacks.

Rendered in variegated shades of beige and black.
Abrash.
Hand-knotted wool.
Made in Morocco.
Berber Tribes of Morocco. Beni Ouarain.
Measures: 06'03 x 08'09.
Date: Mid-20th Century. See less