Boujaad Pile Rug — Checkerboard of Amazigh Glyphs in Sun-Washed Tones
Boujaad Pile Rug — Checkerboard of Amazigh Glyphs in Sun-Washed Tones
Boujaad Pile Rug — Checkerboard of Amazigh Glyphs in Sun-Washed Tones (250 × 150 cm)
Hand-knotted Boujaad from Morocco’s Middle Atlas. A joyful checkerboard field frames small Amazigh glyphs—crosses, combs, arrows, lozenges—each set within a different color square. Mustard, saffron, terracotta, teal, mint, sky, violet, rose, and olive trade places for a lively, graphic read.
Weave & Touch
Plush hand-knotted pile in Atlas wool. Cushioned and warm underfoot with crisp motif edges; durable enough for everyday living while retaining artisanal character.
Provenance & Specs
- Lineage / Region: Boujaad, Middle Atlas, Morocco
- Epoch: Contemporary
- Dimensions: 250 × 150 cm (approx. 8'2" × 4'11")
- Construction: Hand-knotted pile on cotton warp
- Materials: 100% wool pile; cotton foundation
- Palette: Multicolor patchwork including mustard, saffron, terracotta, teal, mint, sky/cobalt, violet, rose, olive, and charcoal/ivory glyph accents
- Profile: Medium pile ~12–18 mm
- Finish: Fringed ends; flatwoven end band; plain selvedge sides
- Condition: New; artisanal variations and subtle abrash expected
- ADA-ID: ADA-BOUJAAD-250x150-checker-glyphs-01
Styling & Care
- Statement piece for living rooms, playrooms, and studios; pairs beautifully with pale woods, linen upholstery, and matte metal accents.
- Use a rug pad. Vacuum with suction only (no beater bar). Rotate regularly; blot spills promptly; professional clean recommended.
A jubilant Boujaad mosaic—ancestral symbols, modern color.
✧ 100% natural wool | Handmade in the Middle Atlas | One of a kind
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✧ Handwoven Sample — Customizable
This rug is an original sample from our weaving workshop. Every stitch is handcrafted using undyed or plant-dyed wool sourced from the Atlas. The motifs, symbols, and size can all be reimagined to reflect your own vision.
