Vintage Blue Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug – 06’08 X 12’07

20643 Vintage Blue Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, 06’08 x 12’07.
Cozy nomad meets mesmerizing Marjorelle Blue in this hand knotted wool vintage Beni MGuild Moroccan rug. Get ready to be transported to a peaceful and captivating place with this vintage Moroccan rug appearing as your magic carpet ride. Imagine a lush Moroccan paradise, where the sky is bluer than blue, and the fountains glisten with a hypnotic shimmer. The composition features a coveted open field imbued with rich waves of abrash. It is no surprise this spellbinding blue is a favorite while a simplistic red border frames the piece adding to its exotic ambiance. The enigmatic blue hues in this piece transcend mere pigmentation, resonating with cultural symbolism and historical significance. In Morocco, this mystical shade of blue embodies a shield against the malevolent spirits that haunt the land while stealing hearts across the art, fashion and interior design scene.

Beyond its mystical aura, this vintage Moroccan rug represents a fusion of Abstract Expressionism from Mark Rothko’s colorblocking technique, European artistry by French painter Jacques Majorelle and Moroccan folklore, a testament to the union of diverse cultures. Thus, it becomes a symbol of cross-cultural exchange and artistic collaboration, a living embodiment of the enchanting dance between diverse cultures.

Rendered in variegated shades of blue and red.
Abrash.
Hand-knotted wool.
Made in Morocco.
Berber Tribes of Morocco. Beni MGuild.
Measures: 06’08 x 12’07.
Date: 1970s. Late 20th Century.