Starstruck

THIS RUG'S STORY: 

Starstruck is a unique Beni Ourain rug. It is actually from a subtribe named the Marmoucha tribe, and features an intricate pattern and interesting design. Beni Ourains are often known for their dense pile and reversible design. You'll see from the pictures, the back is also beautiful.

This rug was higher pile at one time, but has been worn down with decades of use. It was woven in the Middle Atlas mountain region in Morocco, where temperatures can change drastically. These pieces are significant to Berber culture as the higher pile kept members of the family warm. Traditionally these rugs were not used purely for decorative purposes, but more commonly as blankets or to sleep on!

ABOUT MOROCCAN RUGS:

Each vintage Moroccan rug is hand woven and knotted by Berber women of the tribal region specified. This level of craftsmanship can take up to weeks or months to complete a single rug. Weaving techniques have been passed down through the generations. The patterns, designs, and colors in each rug vary with each rug, weaver, and tribe – so each piece is truly a unique work of art and 2 pieces will never be the same. Often these rugs have been handed down through the families who created them, and have been uncovered from the mountain and rural areas of Morocco.