This rug is part of our premium Beni Ourain range and comes from an area in Morocco renowned for the highest quality weaving. It can take anywhere from 2-4 months for each of these beauties to be made and are an artwork in their own right.
SIZE
A large Beni Ourain rug this size is perfect for bigger spaces such as loungerooms and living areas.
MATERIAL
This Rug was handwoven in the Beni Ourain area in the middle Atlas mountain region of Morocco. Made from all natural fibers with wool coming from sheep in the local area.
A circular process from start to finish, the local community gather the sheep’s wool to process, dye and spin in the villages of the Beni Ourain regions making it ready for weaving.
100% Wool
MAKER
This rug has been handmade by women from the Beni Ourain region in the middle Atlas mountains who have learnt techniques from their ancestors. They do their magic on the loom -literally- incorporating ancient symbols to deflect the evil eye and bring good luck to both the maker and rug in your home.
WHAT IS A BENI OURAIN RUG?
Beni Ourain are arguably the most famous and also the most copied style of Moroccan rug on the market. But what is a Beni Ourain carpet? They are characterised by soft natural tones and a modern minimalist design featuring geometric shapes and lines. And in case you were wondering, the name Beni Ourain refers to a collection of Amazigh peoples in the Atlas Mountains east of Fes. Any rug coming from this region is considered a Beni Ourain, but watch out for fakes, due to the striking design and popularity of the Beni Ourain style - there are lots of copycats on the market.
What makes Beni Ourain rugs so special is their luxurious and understated elegance and natural palette. Crafted from pure sheep's wool, the Beni Ourain artists are notorious for being the highest quality weavers in the Atlas Mountains. These luxurious carpets are meticulously hand knotted using long strands of wool to create a dense soft pile that feels super plush and cozy underfoot. You’d be forgiven for thinking that Beni Ourain only come in white or cream because traditionally they were woven using natural undyed wool. But contemporary Beni Ourain rugs, like the ones in our collection, also feature beautiful tonal designs in soft pastel and earthy tones.
This Moroccan rug is a robust all natural rug, refer to our How do I clean/care for my Moroccan rug FAQ's to keep your rug in its best condition.
