Moroccan Berber Miniature Prayer Rug
N°
03086
Period
Circa 2010
Origin
Morocco
Materials
Cotton — Wool
Status
Available
Size
105 cm x 65 cm 3'5" x 2'1"
A rare and unusual Moroccan rug woven in the hooked technique, employing wool together with recycled industrial fibres on a plastic foundation. The weavings of this type were apparently employed as prayer mats, especially as the small size and very light weight would make it an easily transportable item. A wonderful example of how a weaver can express beauty even through a utilitarian object.