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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

✧ 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.

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