A mid-20th century vintage colorful Moroccan rug, Circa: 1960, origin: Morocco. Woven in the 1960s by indigenous Moroccans, these vintage carpets in NYC's distinctive orange color remind of a setting sun’s warm hue, with black patterns on its surface being shadows cast on the sand. The shapes on the area rug‘s top look like small huts, erected by the tribe which woven it, but the meaning of the other depictions is not clear. The long ones might symbolize Hayat Agaci, the Tree of life, which reminds us that even after death, there is hope in the afterlife. The shapes underneath the huts are similar to the Goz, the Eye which is supposed to protect from all evil. Thanks to its short pile, this Moroccan vintage runner rug remains delightfully soft. From versatile flatweaves to shaggy hand-knotted area rugs or runners, Moroccan rugs are both decorative and functional. They are valued for their technical qualities, expert use of fibers, great tensile strength, and abrasion resistance. Without a doubt, the original tribal Moroccan rugs from the Doris Leslie Blau collection bring character and a touch of worldliness to an interior.

Vibrant rugs epitomize classic with a twist: Traditional patterns overdyed in brilliant color. Each hand-knotted rug is washed in a 100% natural botanical dye that reveals hidden nuances in the designs. These are rugs that transcend trends, and their sturdy construction ensures that they'll withstand years of heavy traffic.

This vintage rug and floor covering is a 7x8 Tuareg mat from the nomadic tribe of the same name. Handwoven with reeds and camel leather in Mauritania circa 1950-1960, its natural materials enjoy beige-brown, red, black and cream tones in its geometric patterns.On the Design: Admirers of the craft will especially appreciate Tuareg mats as distinct works with their own rich history and unique, masterful craftsmanship. This design is also one of few in its kind to favor a minimalist approach to the primitivist Berber geometric patterns, specifically nine distinct geometric motifs arranged in a structured grid. The central element—an elaborated cruciform in burgundy with diamond terminals—serves as the focal point, while hourglass shapes and interlocking diamonds in black and russet create balanced counterpoints in the surrounding positions. It’s as much a collectible piece of folk art and nomadic culture as a comfortable, durable floor covering today. Condition: This vintage Moroccan Tuareg mat further enjoys good condition for its age and origin.

Vibrant rugs epitomize classic with a twist: Traditional patterns overdyed in brilliant color. Each hand-knotted rug is washed in a 100% natural botanical dye that reveals hidden nuances in the designs. These are rugs that transcend trends, and their sturdy construction ensures that they'll withstand years of heavy traffic.

Vibrant rugs epitomize classic with a twist: Traditional patterns overdyed in brilliant color. Each hand-knotted rug is washed in a 100% natural botanical dye that reveals hidden nuances in the designs. These are rugs that transcend trends, and their sturdy construction ensures that they'll withstand years of heavy traffic.

Vibrant rugs epitomize classic with a twist: Traditional patterns overdyed in brilliant color. Each hand-knotted rug is washed in a 100% natural botanical dye that reveals hidden nuances in the designs. These are rugs that transcend trends, and their sturdy construction ensures that they'll withstand years of heavy traffic.