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The Duality of Light and Shadow: Exclusive Boucherouite Moroccan Masterpiece
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21569 Vintage Berber Moroccan Boucherouite Rug, 03'11 x 07'10. A marvel of Berber artistry, this hand-knotted Boucherouite Moroccan rug embodies both rarity and profound cultural symbolism. Created from repurposed textiles by women of the Berber tribes, it speaks not only to resourcefulness but also to prestige—the transformation of humble materials into a work of art that commands status. Its bold geometric language unfolds across the surface in an electrifying palette of cobalt, fuchsia, orange, and ivory, a tapestry of color that evokes modernist abstraction while remaining rooted in ancestral tradition. To acquire such a piece is to possess a rare cultural statement—an artifact of design ingenuity elevated to collectible exclusivity.
At the heart of this composition lies a serrated diamond motif, one of the most significant symbols in Moroccan rug weaving. Universally associated with femininity, fertility, and protection, the diamond serves as a talisman against evil while invoking blessings of abundance and continuity. The elongated form within the signature diamond resembles an hourglass or vessel, often interpreted as a representation of the cycle of life and the passage of time, a reminder of both fragility and endurance. Framed in brilliant magenta and royal blue, this central form becomes a commanding axis of meaning, blending metaphysical depth with unapologetic artistry.
The surrounding checkerboard pattern introduces another layer of symbology. These alternating squares, rendered in bold contrasts of teal, navy, and black, embody the dualities of life—light and shadow, order and chaos, male and female. They serve as guardians of the central field, encasing its spiritual power in a protective matrix. Near the lower edge, stylized floral or flame-like motifs emerge, evoking renewal and transformation, echoing the Berber reverence for nature’s cyclical rhythms and life’s eternal rebirth.
More than a textile, this Boucherouite rug is a vessel of memory, spirit, and cultural authority. Its exuberant hues and symbolic language elevate it beyond function into the realm of art, bridging tribal tradition and contemporary design. For the discerning collector or connoisseur of interiors, this piece offers not just décor but a statement of prestige—an heirloom that embodies resilience, imagination, and the timeless elegance of Moroccan heritage, all while standing as a singular expression of exclusivity.
Rendered in variegated shades of champagne, apricot, light pink, royal blue, orange, cerise, navy blue, teal, cerulean, red, purple and mauve with other accent colors.
Uniquely woven with recycled materials, such as cotton and wool, these Boucherouite Moroccan rugs display a colorful boho chic style. Boucherouite rugs are known as Moroccan rag rugs.
Distressed. Desirable Age Wear.
Abrash.
Hand-knotted wool and cotton.
Made in Morocco.
Measures: 03'11 x 07'10.
- Creator:Berber Tribes of Morocco (Weaver)
- Dimensions:Width: 47 in (119.38 cm)Length: 94 in (238.76 cm)
- Style:Bohemian (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1990-1999
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 21569 Vintage Berber Moroccan Boucherouite Rug 03 11 x 07 101stDibs: LU942927614262
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