MOROCCAN BERBER RARE INSCRIBED RUG

Beskrivning

This is an old piece from the Beni Sadden Berbers, a small group who live in the eastern section of the Middle Atlas Mountains east of the city of Fes. It bears the name ”Allah” in Moroccan Arabic script in the top right hand corner and was probably the previous owner·s prayer rug. Beni Sadden weaving is very distinctive. The rugs are dense and heavy and the use of squares and diamonds often filled with Berber motifs are often used. Output is small and they are difficult to find. The best reference which gives much information and 18 color plates is in ”Maroc – Tapis de Tribus” pages 44 to 51. Reference 2785. Size 163 x 140 cms., or 5ft. 4ins. x 4ft. 7ins. Euros 540.