A refined Beni Ourain in undyed ivory wool with a crisp charcoal diamond lattice. A triangular mountain border band anchors one end above a classic flatweave apron and natural fringe, while black selvedge lines articulate the long edges. Plush yet controlled—architectural calm with graphic clarity.

Glyph Reading

The open lozenge net is the Amazigh protection grid—interlinked gates for continuity and safe passage. The peaked border reads as mountain/house guardianship at the threshold. A large central lozenge creates axis recall, distributing balance across the field. Energetically, the layout grounds a room while keeping it bright and open.

Provenance & Structure

• Lineage / Tribe: Beni Ourain
• Region: Middle/High Atlas, Morocco
• Epoch: Contemporary (2020s)
• Dimensions: 150 × 190 cm (plus fringe)
• Structure: Hand-knotted on cotton warp with wool pile
• Materials: Undyed ivory wool with charcoal drawing
• Handle / Pile: Soft, cushioned handle; low–medium pile [~ mm if known]
• Finish: Flatweave apron with fringe at one end; selvedge sides
• Condition: New / Contemporary
• ADA-ID: [ADA-R##]

Design Vocabulary

• Open lozenge lattice — guardianship & continuity
• Mountain border band — threshold & protection
• Ivory ground & negative space — calm minimalism

Beni Ourain typology — diamond net with mountain border on an undyed field.