A Beni Mrirt rug defined by alternating horizontal bands of deep noir and warm terracotta.

This composition unfolds as a sequence of elongated horizontal strata that traverse the full width of the field. The alternating dark and earthen bands create a disciplined visual cadence, while subtle shifts in line thickness preserve the handwoven irregularity essential to the textile.

The wool pile is dense and plush, characteristic of Beni Mrirt weaving, producing a rich tactile surface with strong chromatic saturation. The contrast between black and terracotta gives the rug graphic force, yet the softness of the pile tempers the boldness of the palette.

Rather than relying on medallions or central motifs, the rug derives its identity through repetition, rhythm, and surface depth. The result is a contemporary field grounded in traditional material practice.

Provenance & Craft

• Region: Middle Atlas, Morocco (Beni Mrirt)
• Dimensions: 300 × 200 cm
• Materials: Wool (dyed noir and terracotta tones)
• Technique: Hand-knotted pile rug
• Surface: Dense, plush pile with strong tonal contrast
• Edge: Hand-finished edges with minimal fringe
• ADA-ID: ADA-BMR-300200-004

Styling Notes

Ideal for interiors requiring a strong grounding element. The horizontal banding expands visual width and pairs effectively with stone, walnut, brushed metal, and restrained neutral furnishings.

A Beni Mrirt field where rhythm is built through band, contrast, and wool depth.