Zindhek with Niche Design
N°
03089
Period
Circa 2000
Origin
Morocco
Materials
Industrial Yarns — Recycled Yarn
Status
Available
Size
90 x 55 cm2'11" x 1'9"
A very charming zindhek, woven in the hooked technique using industrial fibres on a recycled plastic foundation. The directional character of the abstract pattern, which seems to indicate a curved central niche containing a tree-like form, strongly suggests that it was used as a prayer mat, especially as the small size and very light weight would make it an easily transportable item. Endowed by a remarkable sense of colour and whimsicality in design, it’s a wonderful example of how a weaver can express beauty even through a simple, utilitarian object.