6 x 8 Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug 21259

21259 Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug, 05'08 x 07'06.

This hand-knotted wool vintage Boujad Moroccan rug beautifully encapsulates the spirit of the Berber Tribes of Morocco, with a striking design that blends tradition and creativity. The Moroccan rug’s radiant colors, rich in pinks, reds, and subtle earth tones, weave a narrative that is both visually captivating and deeply symbolic. Its geometric patterns, including diamonds and lozenges, capture the essence of Berber artistry, with each motif holding layers of meaning that speak to the tribe’s cultural heritage and worldview.

The allover tribal design of this Boujad rug is a series of diamonds, lozenges, V-shapes, cross and fetter motifs, symbolizing fertility, beauty, and womanhood. The vibrant pink and purple hues of the central area are contrasted by the midnight black field, giving the piece a balanced yet dynamic energy. Surrounding these diamonds are smaller ambiguous motifs, which have been passed down generation to generation, providing the Moroccan rug not only with visual interest but also with symbolic power.

At the Boujad rug’s borders, more abstract tribal symbols evoke the rich traditions of the Berber people. These esoteric motifs of zigzag chevrons, fetter motifs, and eight-point stars often represent movement, vitality, and the strength of the land. These Moroccan symbols, along with the use of a simple yet intricate series of borders, reflect the interconnectedness of life, spirituality, and the natural world, which are key elements in Berber culture. Each stitch in this piece tells a story of deep-rooted tradition and the creative expression of its maker.

This Boujad Moroccan rug is a perfect fusion of heritage and artistic vision, a piece that transcends function to become an object of artistic admiration. Its bold colors and symbolic motifs make it a timeless statement, not just as a floor covering but as a centerpiece in almost any space. Boujad rugs like this one infuse the home with warmth and cultural richness, transforming any room into a living piece of Moroccan history. Whether displayed as a work of art or placed underfoot, it brings the soul of the Berber Tribes into the modern world, echoing stories of tradition and craftsmanship for generations to come.

• Rendered in variegated shades of black, hot pink, beige, orange, red, lavender, sky blue, verdigris, and charcoal with other accent colors.
• Abrash.
• Hand-knotted wool.
• Made in Morocco.
• Berber Tribes of Morocco.
• Measures: 05'08 x 07'06.
• Date: 1980's. Late 20th Century.