Verdant Verse – Zemmour Velvet Kilim in Emerald Weft
Verdant Verse – Zemmour Velvet Kilim in Emerald Weft
Verdant Verse is a thick and vibrant kilim handwoven by the Zemmour tribes of the Middle Atlas. Unusual in its construction, this piece is crafted in deep green velvet—a bold material choice seldom found in Amazigh weaving—elevating its tactile depth and radiance.
The composition is a chromatic symphony: rows of tribal glyphs alternate in a spectrum of primary colors—red, yellow, blue—set against a field of emerald. The visual cadence of the kilim evokes harvest, fertility, and sacred cycles. The rug speaks of abundance and the celebratory pulse of rural Amazigh life, while its soft velvet texture brings both nobility and warmth to any interior it graces.
Rare and theatrical, this rug is a statement piece for collectors and interiors that dare to embrace a storied visual richness with academic soul.
Design Vocabulary
- Zemmour Motifs: Repetitive bands of ancestral glyphs expressing cosmic alignment and tribal protection
- Velvet Weft: Luxurious texture uncommon in tribal rugs, enhancing both visual and physical richness
- Color Field: Emerald base layered with bright hues symbolizing life, fire, and equilibrium
Zemmour Kilim – Velvet Geometry of the Middle Atlas
✧ 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.




