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The Guardian's Passage: A Vintage Beni M'Guild Moroccan Masterpiece of Renewal

$2,240
£1,674.38
€1,953.76
CA$3,145.42
A$3,199.55
CHF 1,826.99
MX$38,700.34
NOK 21,303.66
SEK 21,630.08
DKK 14,605.82

About the Item

22007 Vintage Beni M'Guild Moroccan Rug, 04'10 x 05'08. The Guardian's Passage: A Vintage Beni M'Guild Moroccan Masterpiece of Renewal. Created by the Berber Tribes of Morocco, this hand knotted wool vintage Beni M'Guild Moroccan rug embodies the enduring artistry of the Middle Atlas, where every precious knot and iconic symbol preserves ancestral knowledge passed from one generation to the next. Its subdued palette lends the exceptional composition an air of quiet refinement, while an intricate interplay of lattices, compartments, and celestial emblems transforms the textile into a visual chronicle of protection, continuity, and spiritual aspiration. Coveted for its authenticity and cultural richness, this remarkable piece offers collectors an opportunity to acquire a stunning masterwork that transcends decoration, standing as a distinguished expression of Amazigh heritage. Dominating the upper register are two commanding spiked lozenges, among the most revered feminine emblems in Berber weaving. Each diamond represents womanhood, fertility, and the life-giving power of the womb, while the serrated perimeter serves as a symbolic fortress designed to ensnare wandering spirits and repel harmful intentions. Nested diamonds within these forms create an abstract protective eye, an enduring talisman believed to intercept envy and misfortune before they could cross the threshold of the home. Surrounding crosses and eight-pointed stars reinforce this sacred language, expressing cosmic harmony, hope, and guidance drawn from the rhythms of the natural world. This avant-garde creation gradually evolves into an orderly arrangement of compartmentalized lozenges, reflecting a meaningful transition from spiritual aspiration to domestic sanctuary. Within Amazigh tradition, gridded forms symbolize the home itself, establishing places of stability where family and memory are safeguarded. At the heart of each compartment rests a concentric diamond, reinforcing themes of protection while celebrating the continuity of lineage. This measured progression transforms the extraordinary masterpiece into a symbolic dwelling, where every enclosed motif becomes a blessing for security, prosperity, and enduring kinship. Near the foundation, open-ended lozenges introduce the beginning of life's journey. These unfinished forms signify conception, renewal, and the promise of future generations, marking the earliest chapter in the weaver's symbolic narrative. As the eye ascends, these motifs culminate in the fortified diamonds above, illustrating a passage from hope to fulfillment and from new beginnings to spiritual maturity. Rich in meaning and refined through generations of tribal craftsmanship, this Beni M'Guild rug is an exquisite work of art that brings timeless elegance, cultural prestige, and profound storytelling into the world's most discerning interiors. Abrash. Naturally sun-faded. Hand knotted wool. Berber Tribes of Morocco. Beni M'Guild. Measures: 04'10 x 05'08. Pile Height: 0.27 of an inch. Date: 1980's. Late 20th Century.
  • Creator:
  • Similar to:
    Boujad Tribe (Weaver)
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 58 in (147.32 cm)Length: 68 in (172.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Bohemian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980-1989
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 22007 Vintage Beni M'Guild Moroccan Rug, 04'10 x 05'081stDibs: LU942951038342

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