A Bold Statement from the Atlas Mountains
This impressive antique Moroccan Berber rug, handwoven in the High Atlas Mountains around the 1920s, offers a bold, graphic statement with exceptional color and texture. Unlike minimalist tribal weavings, this piece features an energized, dense pattern that showcases the vibrant artistic vision of Berber artisans from this celebrated region.
Vibrant Fuchsia Field with Teal Lattice
The rug's most striking feature is its vibrant, deep fuchsia red field—a color both rare and powerful in antique Berber weaving. Across this dramatic background stretches a striking lattice of bright teal blue lines that create large diamond forms spanning the entire textile, establishing a strong architectural framework.
Intricate Geometric Motifs
Within the primary diamond forms, smaller diamonds, stylized floral shapes, and intricate tribal symbols create layers of visual interest. These secondary motifs are rendered in rich accents of yellow, orange, and additional blue tones, demonstrating the complex symbolic language of Berber weaving traditions.
Plush, Textured Wool Pile
Woven from thick, lanolin-rich hand-spun wool, this rug retains its characteristically shaggy, plush pile that provided essential warmth and insulation in the harsh mountain climate. This substantial texture adds both visual depth and remarkable comfort underfoot, connecting you to traditional nomadic life.
Substantial Scale for Modern Spaces
In good antique condition, this substantial piece is perfectly sized to anchor a living room, dining area, or master bedroom. Its vibrant colors and dynamic pattern inject warmth, history, and authentic bohemian luxury into contemporary interiors while making a powerful stylistic statement.
Key Product Details
Style Tribal Berber
Period Early 20th Century, circa 1920s
Origin High Atlas Mountains, Morocco
Condition Good Antique Condition
Material Thick, High-Pile, Hand-Spun Wool
Dimensions 6 ft 0 in x 10 ft 7 in
Dimensions (Metric) 183 cm x 325 cm
Primary Colors Fuchsia Red, Teal Blue, Yellow, Orange
