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The Ancestral Diamond Sanctuary: Vintage Beni Ourain Masterpiece of Tribal Grace
$5,199
£3,960.77
€4,520.18
CA$7,305.83
A$7,962.06
CHF 4,216.26
MX$95,632.77
NOK 53,378.74
SEK 49,076.50
DKK 33,760.74
About the Item
21393 Vintage Beni Ourain Moroccan Rug, 06'06 x 11'07. There is something irresistibly elevated about an authentic vintage Beni Ourain—an effortless blend of purity, texture, and ancient symbolism that speaks directly to collectors who prize understatement wrapped in cultural depth. This hand-knotted wool treasure, with its luxuriously plush pile and softly variegated beige-ivory field, embodies the quiet confidence of Berber craftsmanship at its highest level. Its presence feels both sculptural and serene, the kind of piece that transforms a room not through spectacle, but through an aura of refined authenticity.
Across the surface, a lattice of dark, organically crisscrossed lines forms an elegant lozenge trellis—each diamond alive with subtle irregularities that celebrate the maker’s hand and the spontaneity of tribal artistry. Within these diamonds appear burdock forms, cross motifs, and enigmatic tribal emblems—each a keeper of stories, each a whispered link to centuries of nomadic wisdom. The symbolism woven into this work is profoundly human: iconic motifs of protection, symbols of femininity, blessings for prosperity, and talismanic gestures meant to invite harmony into the dwelling.
Equally compelling are the vertical rectangular bands along both sides, representing the male presence—traditionally placed on the rug’s periphery to frame, guard, and honor the feminine motifs at the center. This interplay, deeply rooted in Berber cosmology, transforms the rug into a woven sanctuary: a metaphor for family, fertility, and the protective balance that sustains tribal life. It is rare to find a vintage Beni Ourain that preserves this narrative architecture with such clarity and lyrical beauty.
For the discerning collector or designer, this exquisite work of art offers more than luxury—it offers lineage. Its minimalist geometry aligns effortlessly with contemporary interiors, while its cultural resonance brings warmth and substance that manufactured décor simply cannot replicate. This is a rug that elevates any environment into a curated, soulful retreat—an heirloom of quiet prestige, crafted not just to adorn a space, but to enrich the life lived upon it.
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 fashion-forward homes, eclectic interiors, and a variety of styles: Tribal, Boho Chic, Bohemian, Abstract, Expressionism, Cubism, Surrealism, Postmodern, Memphis Design, Modern, Contemporary, Eclectic, Modern Mexican, Artisan, Lodge, Cabin, Rustic, Retro, Art Moderne, International, Nomadic, Mid-Century Modern, Hygge, Mys, Mysigt, Industrial, Urban, and Loft.
Rendered in variegated shades of beige, gray, greige, charcoal, black, taupe, and coffee with other neutral colors.
Beni Ouarain. Berber Tribes of Morocco.
Abrash.
Hand-knotted wool.
Made in Morocco.
Measures: 06'06 x 11'07.
Date: 1950s to 1960s. Mid-20th Century.
- Creator:Berber Tribes of Morocco (Weaver)
- Dimensions:Width: 78 in (198.12 cm)Length: 139 in (353.06 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1980-1989
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 21393 Vintage Berber Beni Ourain Moroccan Rug 06 06 x 11 071stDibs: LU942925956312
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