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Vintage Berber Tuareg mat, Sahara, 1980s, made of rush and leather, 470x228 cm

$7,686.39
$9,607.9920% Off
£5,693.63
£7,117.0320% Off
€6,400
€8,00020% Off
CA$10,516.91
CA$13,146.1320% Off
A$11,443.19
A$14,303.9920% Off
CHF 6,059.03
CHF 7,573.7920% Off
MX$137,669.45
MX$172,086.8220% Off
NOK 76,936.18
NOK 96,170.2320% Off
SEK 70,391.22
SEK 87,989.0320% Off
DKK 48,773.24
DKK 60,966.5520% Off

About the Item

This vintage Tuareg mat, handmade in the 1980s in the heart of the Sahara, is a rare example of nomadic craftsmanship originating in Mauritania. Woven with reed strips and sewn with strips of natural goatskin, it was traditionally used to line the floor of tents, providing insulation from sand and heat in the desert. Characterized by essential geometric patterns and a warm, earthy palette, this mat is much more than a decorative object: it is a cultural testimony rich in symbolism and primitive beauty. Each mat is unique, knotted according to orally handed down techniques, and bears the authentic signs of time-slight discolorations, wear and tear, and irregularities-that reinforce its historical value and wabi-sabi aesthetic. Ideal as a floor mat, wall installation or statement piece for contemporary interiors, this mat was carefully selected by Afolki and imported to Italy with attention to authenticity and ethical sourcing.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 89.77 in (228 cm)Length: 185.04 in (470 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1986
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Loria, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ST215TU Stuoia Tuareg - 470x228 cm1stDibs: LU9246244639792

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