A tradition of Quality and Design
- What is a Berber Carpet?
- The Berber Carpet in Details
- A Unique rug that has his own story
- Carpet Customization
- A Rug That Lasts For Generations
- Berber Kilim Rug
- Berber Rug Kilim Zanafi
- Azilal Berber Rug
- Beni Ouarain Berber Carpet
- Boujad Berber Rug
- Boucherouite Berber Rug
- M'rirt Berber Rug
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- Making a Berber carpet - Video made by Moroccan artisans
What is a Berber Carpet?
A Berber carpet is a type of carpet originating from the Berber tribes of North Africa, mainly Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya.
These rugs are handmade by Berber women artisans using traditional techniques passed down from generation to generation.
They are woven from sheep's or goat's wool, but also from scraps of fabric, and are known for their geometric patterns, bright colors, and distinctive style. Berber rugs are highly prized for their handcrafted beauty and are often used as decorative elements in modern interiors.
The Berber Carpet in Details
An average Berber rug takes between two weeks and a month to make, often with several women sitting side by side. It's a long process and a lot of patience.
Time in Morocco does not have the same value as in the West. We are talking about a long time. Moroccans have a long tradition in the art of carpet making, dating back centuries.
Several factors contribute to the quality of Moroccan rugs and their ability to integrate very contemporary designs:
Cultural and artisanal heritage
Morocco has a rich artisanal tradition, with skills passed down from generation to generation. The weaving and dyeing techniques used to make rugs are often ancient and have been perfected over time.
Variety of materials: Moroccan rugs are made from a wide variety of materials. This diversity allows artisans to create rugs of different textures and qualities, suited to different needs and aesthetic preferences.
Influence of culture and design
Morocco is a country where diverse cultural influences come together, which is reflected in art and design. The patterns and colors of Moroccan rugs are often inspired by the rich cultural history of the country with European, Spanish, French, English influences, but also by current design trends.
International demand: The global demand for quality Moroccan rugs, especially those with a contemporary design, has encouraged artisans to meet these needs by offering innovative and high-quality products.
By combining these factors, Moroccan artisans are able to produce exceptional quality rugs with designs that can be both traditional, timeless and ultra-contemporary, making them highly sought after in the global market.
A Unique rug that has his own story
Each Berber carpet is unique, but it is also the history of its manufacture which is unique. From the sheep that will be sheared, to the women artisans in Morocco who will make the rug, to the traditional weaving techniques passed down from generation to generation, as well as the local communities involved in its manufacturing. Each rug has its own emotional and cultural value.
Carpet Customization
Offer the ability to customize rugs according to customer preferences, whether in terms of size, color or pattern.
This allows customers to feel more involved in the purchasing process and to be able to create a completely unique product, even though in essence each Berber rug is unique.
A Rug That Lasts For Generations
There is a good chance that your Berber rug will outlast you!
A Berber carpet is passed down from generation to generation. Its manufacturing quality makes it almost indestructible. It will even improve with time, like a good wine, taking on colors (if any) over time which will give it a vintage appearance.
The Different Types of Moroccan Berber Carpets
Each type of rug comes from different regions and tribes of Morocco and has unique characteristics in terms of materials,
weaving techniques, patterns and colors.
Berber Kilim Rug
Origin: widespread in several regions, notably in the Middle Atlas and the South of Morocco.
Characteristics: Kilims are woven carpets without pile, which makes them lighter than other types of Moroccan carpets. They often feature bold geometric patterns and bright colors. Kilims are versatile and can be used as rugs, but also as blankets, curtains or wall hangings.
Berber Rug Kilim Zanafi
Zanafi Berber Kilim Rugs are rugs woven in the Moroccan High Atlas by the eponymous tribe. Their weaving technique, ancestral and complex, is distinguished by its unique character: these rugs are the only ones woven flat in knotted wool.
The women, experts in these sophisticated weaving methods, do without a traditional loom, thus creating carpets of remarkable density, entirely in wool, both light and resistant. Decorated with traditional geometric patterns, Zanafi Kilims stand out with their two-tone palette, combining black and ecru, green and ecru, or even Majorelle blue and ecru. Their clean, contemporary aesthetic makes them perfect for a minimalist interior.
The particularity of their flat weaving lies in the absence of hair, thus offering exceptional ease of maintenance. Thus, these rugs find their place under a dining room table as well as in any room in the house.
Azilal Berber Rug
Origin: mountainous region of the central High Atlas.
Characteristics: These rugs are often made of virgin wool and are distinguished by their colorful abstract and geometric patterns on a cream or white background. They are generally unique and reflect a personal expression of the maker.
Beni Ouarain Berber Carpet
Origin: Berber tribe from the Middle Atlas.
Characteristics: recognizable by their thick, soft, natural-colored wool, these rugs are often cream-colored with black or brown geometric patterns. They are known for their elegant simplicity and comfort. The trend in Western countries is minimalist decoration. This type of carpet perfectly meets this demand.
Boujad Berber Rug
Origin: Middle Atlas.
Characteristics: Boujad rugs are distinguished by their warm colors, such as red, pink, orange and brown, and their abstract or floral patterns. They are made of wool and often have a more vintage or worn look, which adds to their charm.
Boucherouite Berber Rug
Origin: various regions of Morocco.
Features: These rugs are not made from wool but from a variety of recycled materials, such as scraps of fabric, synthetic fibers, and even used clothing. They are extremely colorful and feature very varied designs, reflecting a very free and inventive approach to weaving.
M'rirt Berber Rug
Region: Middle Altas The Top Berber rugs.
We are at the top of the range of Berber rugs. M'rirt carpets, originating from the Moroccan Middle Atlas, are works of art made by hand by Berber weavers on traditional manual looms. Renowned for their fine, silky wool and their harmonious color palette, these rugs are distinguished by their patterns and their exceptional softness, offering a sensation to the touch comparable to that of fur. Made from 100% natural wool, they embody ancestral Moroccan know-how, with double knot weaving, washing and brushing techniques which give them a unique quality and texture. M'rirt rugs will undergo between three and five days of washing.
They are particularly popular with chic and high-end decoration boutiques who seek exceptional design and quality.
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