Vintage Moroccan rugs for sale — TheArtisanalHouse

Moroccan rugs are usually 100% wool and customarily were woven only by the ladies from Berber or Arab clans utilizing nearby sheep’s fleece and natural colors. For these tribes, the rugs filled in as floor covers, beds, seating, and covers for keeping comfortable and heat up in the Atlas Mountains throughout the winter months. Their designs extend from intense geometrics with bright shading, to natural and quieted with the color of brown and blacks with basic designs. Whether you live in a palace or an apartment, with so many beautiful color choices and designs, there’s a Moroccan carpet that will accommodate your space! Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain rugs are popular everywhere throughout the world for their incredible excellence and a great look. These mats are warm and comforting and have a hypnotizing charm that makes a classic presence at home or in the office.

Authentic Moroccan rugs were designed by Berber tribes at the The Artisanal House for the needs of the fluctuating climate conditions of Morocco. These tribes used to travel in the Atlas Mountains, the Sahara desert and forests of Morocco. For coping with the distinctive climatic conditions they started weaving special rugs known as Berber rugs. Later on, these rugs gained popularity amongst other tribes as well. Then they became a medium of passing over different motifs used in a tribe to their following generations. This is why Berber carpets have so many different patterns and designs.

These rugs have gained popularity and that is why people began introducing a variety in the design patterns of these rugs. Because of the lack of machines in ancient times, these carpets were handmade.
The soft and warm texture of these phenomenal Berber rugs compelled people to buy more and more rugs. Beni Ourain rugs are the first choice for many people when it comes to home decor. Their charming beauty and warmth make it perfect for home decor. Moroccan Rugs are a beautiful and charming hand-woven creation, adorned with diagonal motifs and patterns, and are rich in colors. From simple red and grey to bright and colorful, these rugs add a contemporary look and match perfectly the interior decoration in any room and living space. Smooth and soft Moroccan Rugs are woven by a slit-weave technique using natural elements such as high quality of wool, cotton and other animal hair (horses, camel or goat). Moroccan runner rugs also are known as hallway rugs are hand-woven rugs that contain all the charm and presence of Moroccan traditional style, elegance, and a way of living.

The runners are decorated by wonderful patterns and historical symbols of Berber tribes, filling your space with Moroccan vibes, softness, warmth and traditional atmosphere. The corridor rugs add a magnificent presence to our space that catch the eye, brings peaceful charm, mystic combination and bohemian touch. Natural materials and vibrant colors will make your guests be fascinated by these carpets. Authentic Beni Ourain rugs or carpets from the Beni Ourain region in the Atlas Mountains are traditionally woven by Berber women for domestic use. They have different density and thickness-few are warm and thick like a Beni Ouarain while few may be light to feel and see. They are beautiful and design pieces of modern art to decorate your floor or wall. These beautiful Beni Ourain rugs are soft pile that is woven with weaver’s imagination, color design, and motifs expressing Moroccan tribal tradition. Each piece has been selected by us letting us offer the most unique online rugs for you sourced directly from Morocco.

Experience, fantasy, and intuition of each woman knotting and weaving have permeated her work which you can see and feel in the designs of the Beni ourain rugs. Each of the rugs is symbolizing a interesting rich story, voice, and expression of the weaver in its patterns. Design your space with Beni ourain rug. Add softness and warmth to your rooms with The Artisanal House. Depending on your choice, they can prove to be a bold statement in your home interiors or be a beautiful centerpiece.