small vintage modern Boucherouite Berber rug

Berber rugs are traditionally made by hand, primarily by berber women, who weave them for their personal use or for their community. The materials used vary by region: sheep wool in mountainous areas, where herds are more common, and plant fibers in desert regions. Weaving techniques and designs are often specific to a tribe or region, reflecting the cultural identity and beliefs of the community. Symbolism the designs found on berber rugs are deeply symbolic, representing aspects of daily life, spiritual beliefs, social events, and even maps of the land or stars. The geometric shapes, lines and symbols are loaded with meanings, from fertility and protection to the weaver's personal story. Variety there are a wide variety of berber rugs, each named after the tribe or region from which it comes. The best known include the beni ouarain rugs, characterized by their geometric patterns on a creamy white background, and the azilal rugs, known for their abstract patterns and bold use of color.

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