{"title":"Authentic Handmade Moroccan rugs","description":"\u003cp class=\"text-md leading-[24px] font-regular pt-[9px] pb-0.5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Oriental Rug Merchant offers an extensive collection of authentic Moroccan rugs, each piece representing the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions of the Berber tribes of North Africa. With a remarkable variety of styles, materials, weaves, and colours, the collection ranges from natural, understated neutrals to vibrant, multi-coloured compositions, reflecting the diverse tribal origins of each rug.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"berber-beni-mrirt-carpet-3-05x1-52m","title":"Berber Beni Mrirt Carpet 3.05x1.52m","description":"Wow! Check out the colour!!A real one-of-a-kind Moroccan Rug!\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003eBerber Beni Mrirt Carpet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e3.05×1.52m \/ 10’0″x5’0″\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003eMorocco.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003eHand-knotted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003eWool pile, wool purple warp (braided at both ends) and wool wefts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColours and Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature magenta\/purple with variations of tone. A charmingly whimsical tribal pattern!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\/Age:\u003c\/strong\u003eFull, thick pile; chunky quality. 10-20 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Berber Beni Mrirt Rugs are from the Middle Atlas Mountains. These are often richly coloured with primitive tribal decorations, of medium fineness and a deep pile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBerber Rugs are light wearing; ideal for Bedroom and Sitting Room locations. Not suitable for hard wear areas. Consider using an Underlay for use on hard floors (i.e. wood, tiles, etc).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theorientalrugshop.co.uk\/take-a-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eThe Oriental Rug Merchant\u003c\/a\u003e, 11 High Street, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.visittunbridgewells.com\/shopping\/high-street\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTunbridge Wells\u003c\/a\u003e, Kent, TN1 1UL, UK\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081462714699,"sku":null,"price":859.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Beni-MRirt-3.05x1.52m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282464"},{"product_id":"vintage-azilal-rug-2-30x1-40m","title":"Vintage Azilal Rug 2.30x1.40m","description":"A piece of Modern Art for your floor! A traditional handmade Berber rug, these rugs work particularly well in contemporary stylish interiors adding another dimension to your floor space visually, physically \u0026amp; stylistically.\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003eVintage Azilal Rug\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.30×1.40m \/ 7’7″x4’7″\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003eMorocco.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003eHand-knotted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool pile, cotton warp (fringe at one end, the other end is flat woven) and wool wefts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColours and Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e This vintage Azilal rug features an off-white background with black lattice overlay along with flashes of pink zigzag side borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\/Age: \u003c\/strong\u003eIt has full pile. \u003cspan style=\"color: #999999;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's in the region of\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 20 years old.\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAzilal rugs have been known to be exhibited as works of art in galleries as their abstract design and geometric symbols are much admired. As with all tribal rugs: symbols, pattern and ideas are passed down from generation to generation continue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJust as with our collection of Moroccan rugs originally were for the home and these particularly provided warmth against harsh nights combined with artistry and weaver’s imagination and skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Azilal rugs as their name implies originate from the high up craggy remote Azilal region in the Atlas Mountains. They possess great amounts of creative design and a wonderful discovery to complete our Moroccan rug collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBerber Rugs are light wearing; ideal for Bedroom and Sitting Room locations. Not suitable for hard wear areas. Consider using an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theorientalrugshop.co.uk\/rug-underlay\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eUnderlay\u003c\/a\u003e for use on hard floors (i.e. wood, tiles, etc).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Oriental Rug Merchant, 11 High Street, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.visittunbridgewells.com\/shopping\/high-street\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTunbridge Wells\u003c\/a\u003e, Kent, TN1 1UL, UK\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081465499979,"sku":null,"price":356.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Azilal_2.30x1.40m_MAIN.jpg?v=1786282426"},{"product_id":"vintage-boucherouite-rug-2-70x1-70m","title":"Vintage Boucherouite rug 2.70x1.70m","description":"This is certainly one of our favourites in our Boucherouite collection with a glorious riot of colour!OLD STOCK\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage Boucherouite rug\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.70×1.70m \/ 8’10″x5’7″\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003eMorocco.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003eHand-knotted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003eRecycled fabric pile knotted onto cotton warps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColours and Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA spellbinding diamond and lovely flat weave ends and fringes offer an interesting finish added to the black-and-white charming chequerboard border on the width. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vestiges of traditional chequerboard design is continued but turning from the black and white into glorious technicolour with enticing blues, teals, purples and mauves in a luscious in purple-sea green on the length border.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt gives a counterbalance to the superb block of textured richness of the field in reds, pinks, roses and fuchsias with tinges of watermelon softness, and crushed raspberries that blush ... The field of recycled fabric weave overlapping resemble a sea of petals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe powerful extending old primrose yellow diamond’s outline is punctuated with stamps of charcoal coloured definition. This dramatic spacious motif contains teal coloured six-pointed stars and azure blue diamonds and it’s interesting softness of creams, rose yellows, ochres and creamy mustards act like the soft glow of Moroccan morning sunlight into your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\/Age:\u003c\/strong\u003eIt’s in the region of 15\/20 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoucherouite rugs are wonderfully exuberant Berber rugs made with intense colours and playful one-of-a-kind designs. The designs are bold: daring with strong use of variety of colour and texture which can give life to many interiors. They have freedom, rugged-looks, yet with soft charm and no laws – a vintage piece for a chic home: a Boucherouite rug would be an ideal choice!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, Boucherouite rugs have only really been in existence since the mid-Twentieth century from times when there was little or no access to wool – and are only recently beginning to become appreciated for their artistic merits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe word “Boucherouite” comes from the Arabic word for “scraps”. These fascinating rugs are made from recycled fabrics. Thousands of scraps of fabric materials such as recycled clothes, cotton, nylon, plain or patterned and wool are hand-knotted\/woven into breath-taking contemporary art works \/ rugs of great authenticity and aesthetic value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e11 High Street,\u003ca style=\"color: #808080;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visittunbridgewells.com\/shopping\/high-street\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTunbridge Wells\u003c\/a\u003e, Kent, TN1 1UL, UK\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081529758027,"sku":null,"price":345.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Boucherouite-2.70x1.70m_MAIN.jpg?v=1786282868"},{"product_id":"afghan-berber-design-runner","title":"Afghan Berber design runner","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis handmade Afghan Berber design runner is ideal for adding lightness and texture to a gloomy hallway or corridor. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsisting of just two colours, this Berber runner has a creamy, off-white main background colour with design detailing in a smart grey-blue shade. The design sparks visual interest. The pattern is an interesting modern-abstract tribal style theme showing patterns of diamonds, diagonal lines, straight lines and dots. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiscover some more about this Afghan Berber design runner \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Berber design runner was handwoven in Afghanistan. The ingenious Afghan weaver created this runner-rug by taking inspiration from the style of Berber Beni Ourain rugs from the Atlas mountains in Morocco. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAside from it's attractive colours and trendy design, the other thing you will notice about this Berber runner is it's amazing texture. The hand-knotted woollen pile is cut to a sensible pile height of approximately 8mm. This will make looking after it a breeze, as vacuuming it will be easy and any dirt can be vacuumed out with minimal effort. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe appealing texture of the pile was created because in between each row of pile (knots) there are loads of flat woven woollen weft threads. This combination forms the ridged-like texture to the pile. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother feature that you will certainly notice is the fringes of this runner. These tassels are braided which completes the look. However, there are more to the tassels than meets the eye. Each strand of tassel runs all the way though the runner and exits at the other end. These tassels are known as the warp threads, and on a handmade rug they are vitally important. These cotton warps were the first material onto the loom, and they are the fibres upon which this runner was created. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing this Berber-style runner in your home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shape of this Afghan Berber runner makes it ideal for using in hallways and corridors. It was made with just hard wearing natural fibres: wool and cotton, so it will provide you will many years of service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a light colour, so you might consider having it professionally cleaned every 3-5 years depending upon its use. Please contact us, as we have an excellent rug cleaning service. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other thing you might think about is popping an anti-slip rug underlay beneath it. This will hold it nice and flat to the floor, keeping it looking smart and making sure you don't slip on it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 374×76cm \/ 12’3″x2’6″\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081596703051,"sku":"TORM-1069-AFGHAN BERBER DESIGN RUNNER-374 X 76CM","price":515.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Af-Berber-3.74x0.76m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786283390"},{"product_id":"handmade-afghan-berber-design-rug","title":"Handmade Afghan Berber design rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandwoven with rustic tribal textures, this bohemian style Afghan Berber design rug will add interest and comfort to wherever you lay it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Afghan Berber rug shows a geometric, tribal-like theme of two columns of four diamond shaped emblems along with stylised rosettes and trees. The colours in this rug are chic, featuring a light grey-blue main colour as well as detail shades in red, pink, yellow, blue and cream. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a comfy rug that will add a homely, casual ambience to your living room, bedroom or child's bedroom\/playroom. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFind out some more about this handmade Afghan Berber design rug\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Berber design rug was handmade in Afghanistan. In recent times, the talented Afghan rug weavers and producers have been busily recreating different styles of rugs and textiles from across the world. Utilising rug weaving expertise that has been perfected over generations, these new creations contain all the hallmarks of quality Afghan weaving. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Afghan rug draws upon the design style and weave texture of Berber rugs of Morocco. These rugs are known for their quirky, highly stylised patterns and unique pile surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this Berber-style rug is made from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 6x4 rug is made from wool and cotton. It has a woollen pile, and this pile is cut to a sensible, medium pile height (9mm). From a practical point of view, this will be easier to live with than a longer, fluffier pile as it will be trouble-free to vacuum and stress-free to maintain in the long term. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe relaxed texture of this rug that is so appealing is created by the handcrafted weave. When you look at our final image you can see how the weaver created this look. In this picture you can see the lines of coloured hand-tied knots, which are separated by quite a quantity of tan coloured threads. These threads are known as weft threads and are made from wool. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other feature of this Afghan Berber-style rug that you will notice is the thick, braided tassels on the ends of the rug. These are very much in the vein of the rugs from the Atlas mountains. These tassels are not just a decorative feature, they are actually the warp threads. The warps are the long strings of yarn upon which the knots are tied and the wefts intersect. They mark the starting-point from which the rug is created. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLiving with this Moroccan design rug\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Afghan Moroccan rug will be a pleasure to live with. It has a relaxed vibe, and will add softness and an authentic ethnic charm to your room. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is made from just natural fibres too, these are not only plush but also offer durability. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerhaps consider using this Moroccan-style rug in-conjunction with an anti-slip rug underlay. This will help keep it neatly in place and help prevent any slip-ups. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 188×128cm \/ 6’2″x4’2″ \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081596768587,"sku":"TORM-1068-HANDMADE AFGHAN BERBER DESIGN RUG-188 X 128CM","price":435.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Berber-design-1.88x1.28m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786283393"},{"product_id":"zemmour-kilim-rug","title":"Zemmour Kilim rug","description":"An intricate flat weave rug handwoven in Morocco, woven from wool \u0026amp; cotton.\u003cstrong\u003eBuy online with fast free UK delivery or purchase in-store!\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zemmour Kilim rug\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.40×0.90m \/ 4’7″x3’0″ \u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-5mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Morocco\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handwoven. Weft-faced patterning \u0026amp; plain weave.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool \u0026amp; white cotton, woven onto wool warps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColours and Design:\u003c\/strong\u003eThis Berber Zemmour Kilim rug has distinctive colours of red with white (cotton), black and orange design. The design is geometric, and shows an all over theme of small geometric patterns arranged in bands interspersed with plain red stripes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\/Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is in good clean condition. It is in the region of 20\/30 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt The Oriental Rug Merchant, we stock a fascinating range of Vintage Kilim Rugs. Our collection features carefully curated Kilims from across the rug weaving belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese Rugs are particularly interesting as they were made for the weavers own use rather than for commercial purposes. These are unique, one-of-a-kind tribal and village weavings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor use on a hard floor (wood, tiles, etc) or on carpet\u003ca style=\"color: #808080;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theorientalrugshop.co.uk\/rug-underlay\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eUnderlay\u003c\/a\u003eis recommended to prevent slippage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Oriental Rug Merchant, 11 High Street,\u003ca style=\"color: #808080;\" href=\"https:\/\/visittunbridgewells.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTunbridge Wells\u003c\/a\u003e, Kent, TN1 1UL, UK\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081601192267,"sku":"TORM-1041-ZEMMOUR KILIM RUG-140 X 90CM","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Berber-zemmour-1.40x0.90m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786283457"}],"url":"https:\/\/theorientalrugmerchant.co.uk\/collections\/moroccan-rugs.oembed","provider":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}