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Moroccan "Boucherouite" Rug

Offered by: Double Knot

Description
A Moroccan rag rug, woven entirely with cut-up pieces of fabric from old clothes, etc. - boucherouite means rag or torn cloth in Moroccan Arabic. A relatively recent phenomenon, such weavings are products of socio-economic changes in Moroccan society, with nomadic tribes settling in towns, abandoning animal husbandry and losing access to wool. A very creative, artistic response by talented Moroccan women to changing life circumstances.

More Information

Origin:	Morocco
Period:	1980-1999
Materials:	Hand-knotted rug/tapestry; cloth rag, cotton
Condition:	Good. Very well preserved and clean
Styles / Movements:	Tribal, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	DK-101-33
Incollect Reference #:	160310

Dimensions

W.	57 in;	H.	62 in;
W.	144.78 cm;	H.	157.48 cm;

Message from Seller:

Established in 2002, Double Knot is New York City's premier gallery for tribal rugs and textiles. The gallery focuses on old and antique pieces from Turkey, Iran, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Morocco, promoting better understanding of their rich weaving traditions in the context of their history, art and culture.