Aït Zayane Garden Medallion — Saffron Field with Cartouche Border

Middle Atlas Aït Zayane pile rug on a saturated saffron ground. An eight-lobed floral rosette radiates from a cruciform axis, its petals and stems outlined in charcoal and ember—an Amazigh reading of protection and renewal, filtered through the region’s dialogue with urban Rabat bouquet aesthetics.

Motifs & Grammar

Framed by a cartouche border of jewel-tone blossoms and a vine guard, the composition balances tribal geometry with garden symbolism. Palette registers include burgundy, carnelian, forest green, and charcoal—vivid against the saffron field.

Weave & Touch

Dense hand-knotted wool pile on a robust foundation, sheared for a plush, even surface. Ends finish with hand-tied fringe; selvedges are reinforced for longevity.

Provenance & Specs

• Lineage / Region: Aït Zayane, Middle Atlas (Khénifra), Morocco
• Epoch: Contemporary (heritage craft)
• Dimensions: 240 × 130 cm (approx. 7'10" × 4'3")
• Construction: Hand-knotted pile
• Materials: 100% Atlas wool pile; cotton foundation typical for strength
• Palette: Saffron field with burgundy, carnelian, forest green, and charcoal accents
• Profile: Medium/high pile ~22–28 mm
• Finish: Tasseled fringe; reinforced selvedges
• Condition: New; artisanal irregularities inherent to handcraft
• ADA-ID: ADA-AZY-240x130-saffron-garden-01

Styling & Care

• Statement accent for living rooms, salons, or entry galleries; pairs beautifully with limewash, oak, and brass.
• Use a premium rug pad. Vacuum with suction only; avoid beater bars. Rotate seasonally; blot spills promptly; professional clean as needed.

Zayane warmth and garden iconography—saffron light framed in wool.