Moroccan Rugs in Dallas
The tradition of rug and carpet weaving in Morocco is just about as old as it is anywhere else in the world due in large part to the distinctive climate of the region. Moroccan rugs and carpets may be very thick with a heavy pile which is beneficial for the windswept elevations and snowcapped Atlas Mountains or the rugs are flat-woven and light making them appropriate for the brutal heat of the Sahara desert. The tribe's nomadic way of life influenced the size as the looms and carpets had to be portable, meaning the carpets were mostly less than seven feet. The Moroccan rugs were produced exclusively for personal use. The ancient tribal motifs and designs seen in Moroccan rugs have been passed down from generations of rug weavers. The Moroccan rug weavings are both a narrative art form and a necessity.
The Berber carpets from Morocco are part of North Africa's renowned indigenous tribe weaving. This wonderfully wild Moroccan carpet will transform a plain room into a bohemian delight. Bursting of Indian summer colors of from cranberry, deep maroon and burgundy with accents of orange, this vintage Moroccan rug is truly a magical sight to behold and will leave you spellbound. The hints of dyes that make their way into the rug’s motifs and fringes have their own tale to tell. In Berber culture, the color red symbolizes strength and protection, blue symbolizes wisdom, yellow represents eternity and green stands for peace. The color orange brings spontaneity much like the free style and original thought of the Berber tribes people. While the patterns may seem whimsical and random – they are very significant to the rug weaver’s life. The Berber women incorporate design elements from their personal experience into the rugs designs. The symbols are usually references to events and aspects of their daily life such as beliefs, birth, fertility, nature, femininity, life and spirituality. With their amazing decorative accents characterized by tribal symbols, the Moroccan's diamond pattern is believed to ward off evil spirits while the secondary symbols are believed to bring luck, prosperity and protection. As time goes by and this Moroccan rug is subjected to foot traffic, the true beauty will be exposed as the tribal symbols will gradually appear. Measures: 6'03” x 8'10”.
Color, pattern and amazing texture, this Moroccan rug has it all. Putting this gorgeous red rug in a neutral space is a little like lighting a fire — it adds instant warmth. This charismatic vintage Moroccan rug is bold and fashionably sleek. The color red is seen on the runway from a Classic red lipstick down to the soles on Christian Louboutin heels. Blending the graphic appeal and Folk Art warmth of Moroccan tribal motifs with a shot of rich crimson color, this rug is a striking statement piece. The hints of dyes that make their way into the rug’s motifs and fringes have their own tale to tell. In Berber culture, the color red symbolizes strength and protection, blue symbolizes wisdom, yellow represents eternity and green stands for peace. While the patterns may seem whimsical and random – they are very significant to the rug weaver’s life. The Berber women incorporate design elements from their personal experience into the rugs designs. The symbols are usually references to events and aspects of their daily life such as beliefs, birth, fertility, nature, femininity, life and spirituality. Whether it’s used as an accent or powerfully used as a lead color in an interior space, this Moroccan carpet is exciting, glamorous and vibrant. Measures: 6' x 9'.
Morocco's rich culture is reflected in its alluring interior design style, characterized by vibrant colors and exquisite rug weaving. This vintage Moroccan rug, inspired by this North African country, will add Moroccan flair to your home. In Berber culture, the color red symbolizes strength and protection, blue symbolizes wisdom, yellow represents eternity and green stands for peace. Red, teal, and black are the predominant colors with hues of yellow and confetti flecks of purple and green. Red and black seem to be less harsh when paired with teal. Red being the color of physical movement awakens our physical life force while the color teal helps to open lines of communication among the heart and the spoken word creating balance and stability. The border of the rug is black which symbolizes protection and absorbing negative energy. The use of color in Azilal rugs began when a migrant city dweller was inspired by a new wave of modernism and innovation. The end result was a playful, free-style rug reminiscent of a contemporary painting. Measures: 04'02" x 07'06".
With its strong linear lines and tribal motifs based on ancient traditions, this Berber Moroccan rug displays exciting, abstract and modern designs. While these vintage pieces display some of the same aesthetic tendencies previously celebrated by modern artists, they are indeed tribal compositions which have played importance to the Berber tribes of Morocco for centuries. This vintage Moroccan carpet does an excellent job of communicating the finer points of a modernized style: the line work rendered in a brown and black contrasts beautifully against the ivory-beige field. The hints of dyes that make their way into the rugs motifs and fringes have their own tale to tell. While the patterns may seem whimsical and random they are very significant to the rug weavers life. The Berber women incorporate design elements from their personal experience into the rugs designs. The symbols are usually references to events and aspects of their daily life such as beliefs, birth, fertility, nature, femininity, life and spirituality. Unlike traditional rugs found in our western interior spaces, Moroccan carpets embody an inviting combination of history and design that fit wonderfully with minimalist décor and modern design.
Featuring a simplistic style combined with its plush pile, this dark and neutral Moroccan rug can make an interior space feel both warm and cozy yet, full of character. Highlighting the finest trends in minimal aesthetics, this vintage Moroccan features a series of sporadic dots produces a mesmerizing optical effect over the entire composition. With their tribal motifs and colorful accents, Berber Moroccan rugs are believed to protect the human spirit from negative energy and shield the human body from the elements. From the deepest grey to the palest brown, this dark and neutral colored Moroccan is anything but boring. The vintage vibes of hand-knotted wool combined with the contemporary appeal of geometric designs will give your space some authentic charm. The hints of dyes that make their way into the rug’s motifs and fringes have their own tale to tell. From the perspective of color psychology, grey is the color compromise. Neither white nor black, it is the transition between two non-colors. Creating a sense of composure, calmness and relief from a chaotic world, the color grey is solid and stabile yet subdued, reserved and quiet. It pairs well with the down-to-earth brown which represents structure and stability and it’s a color of simplicity and physical comfort. While the patterns may seem whimsical and random they are very significant to the rug weaver’s life. The Berber women incorporate design elements from their personal experience into the rugs designs. The symbols are usually references to events and aspects of their daily life such as beliefs, birth, fertility, nature, femininity, life and spirituality. Reflecting warm and luminous variegated shades of grey, brown and hints of purple, this Moroccan carpet is powerful enough to hold its own. The Minimalist and Primitive designs seen in these Moroccan rugs represent the authentic creative and archaic spirit of Morocco’s tribal art. It's the perfect piece to warm your modern decor, roll it out and watch the compliments commence. Measures: 05’06 x 08’01.
I hope you enjoy looking at the pictures of my Morocco travels!
