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Handwoven in the Azilal tradition of the High Atlas Mountains, this Moroccan rug uses negative space as boldly as it uses pattern. A soft ivory field supports scattered black Amazigh-inspired motifs-diamond lattices, hexagonal forms, zigzag elements, and curved marks-arranged in an open, asymmetrical composition. The weaver has placed each symbol with intention, creating a design that feels both spontaneous and deliberate. The contrast between the plush ivory wool and the dark graphic motifs gives the rug a strong contemporary presence while retaining its tribal character. The minimalist palette highlights the handwoven texture, with each motif sitting slightly differently on the surface due to the natural variation in hand-spun wool. Some motifs cluster together, creating areas of visual density; others stand alone, letting the ivory field breathe around them. The soft medium-to-thick pile provides comfort underfoot while keeping the graphic motifs clearly legible. Hand-knotted from 100% wool in Morocco, the rug carries the authenticity of Azilal weaving traditions where women work on vertical looms in their homes, building the rug row by row without a predetermined pattern. This rug brings together the graphic boldness of contemporary design with the ancient symbolism of Amazigh weaving culture. Its open composition and restrained palette make it adaptable across interior styles, from minimalist to eclectic.

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