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This category is not about specific sizes but is devoted to all types of weaving and related artifacts from Morocco.

Geographically, of all the European rug dealers I am the closest to north Africa and Morocco - in fact, it is so close I can see the Rif mountains during the day and the coastal lights at night. The nearest city to me, Tangier, is only a 35 minute ferry ride and then a 5 minute walk brings me to the Casbah. Its outer walls prohibit cars and towards the centre its ever narrowing alley ways permit only single file shoppers. Smells - mint tea, spices and baking bread - prevail. On Thursdays and Sundays I can buy wool and fresh cheese wrapped in palm leaves from the Berbers. From a "shop" (smaller than a telephone booth) wonderful silks.

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MOROCCAN BERBER MIDDLE ATLAS CARPET. An immense long piled tribal carpet with a huge depth of rich colours. The piece is woven with the unique berber knot and is from the Beni Mguild group in the western part of the Middle Atlas Mountains east of Fez. It would have provided great protection as a cover during the bitter Middle Atlas winters. A carpet with similar designs, construction and colours is shown in `Maroc - Tapis du Tribus` on pages 56 and 57. Ref. 2189. Size 257 x 184 cms. Euros 1900.

MOROCCAN BERBER MIDDLE ATLAS CARPET. An immense long piled tribal carpet with a huge depth of rich colours. The piece is woven with the unique berber knot and is from the Beni Mguild group in the western part of the Middle Atlas Mountains east of Fez. It would have provided great protection as a cover during the bitter Middle Atlas winters. A carpet with similar designs, construction and colours is shown in `Maroc - Tapis du Tribus` on pages 56 and 57. Ref. 2189. Size 257 x 184 cms. Closeup

MOROCCAN HIGH ATLAS BERBER CARPET. Prepare for a surprise! Although this looks like a carpet, and can serve as one, it is a giant storage bag. At one end the tying loops are an integral part of the end finish and at the other there is a row of corresponding slits through which the loops will go once the carpet is folded in two. In the small interiors of Berber huts and tents multi-purpose items are often made. When folded and secured as a giant tent bag it would be used for storage, or filled with other weavings and serve as a bed at night and a divan for day time seating. This rare piece is from the Ait Bou Ichaoen Berbers in the extreme eastern end of the High Atlas Mountains. A carpet with a similar weave and almost identical colours is shown in `Maroc - Tapis du Tribus` in the section of pages 87 to 96. Ref. 2188. Size (opened) 239 x 150 cms. Euros 1850.

MOROCCAN HIGH ATLAS BERBER CARPET. Prepare for a surprise! Although this looks like a carpet, and can serve as one, it is a giant storage bag. At one end the tying loops are an integral part of the end finish and at the other there is a row of corresponding slits through which the loops will go once the carpet is folded in two. In the small interiors of Berber huts and tents multi-purpose items are often made. When folded and secured as a giant tent bag it would be used for storage, or filled with other weavings and serve as a bed at night and a divan for day time seating. This rare piece is from the Ait Bou Ichaoen Berbers in the extreme eastern end of the High Atlas Mountains. A carpet with a similar weave and almost identical colours is shown in `Maroc - Tapis du Tribus` in the section of pages 87 to 96. Ref. 2188. Size (opened) 239 x 150 cms. Closeup

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. This example from the Berbers of Zeymour in the Middle Atlas has a most intricate design on the face where the white cotton contrasts with designs in henna, madder, curcuma and highlights of indigo. It is in excellent condition. Reference 2085. Size 46 x 33cms. Euros 85.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. Reverse of reference 2085.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. This very finely woven piece started life as a storage bag with the opening at the top narrow end. Subsequently this was closed and it was converted into a pillow with an opening on one long side. All four sides were subsequently finely embroidered with magenta and turquoise silk. It is an old piece from the Ait Arfa Berbers in the eastern Middle Atlas. Reference 2086. Size 63 x 38cms. Euros 115.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. Reverse of reference 2086.

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER FLAT WEAVE / KILIM. A large, old and rare weaving from the Beni Mguild Berbers of the Middle Atlas mountains. It dates from the first part of the 20th century and is an outstanding example of their work. Ref. 2234. Size 358 x 168cms. Euros 1,650.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. A long example with three panels, each finely embroidered with colours of madder, indigo, curcuma and henna. The cotton highlights are a major feature. Four bands of different wools and white cotton have been embroidered across the face. The revers is outstanding work. Reference 2088. Size 84 x 34cms. Euros 160.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. Reverse of reference 2088 from the Ait Arfa Berber group.

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER FLAT WEAVE / KILIM. The Ait Arfur Berber group weave distinctive patterns embellished with white cotton on many of their kilims, capes and bags. This is a good example of a large hanbel, or cover, and it was probably used for warmth in the cold mountain winters. It is an old piece in impeccable condition. Ref. 2236. Size 300 x 150cms. Euros 1,250.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. An interesting old piece from the Loer Berbers near Zaine in the Middle Atlas. The designs are sharply enhanced by the use of white cotton and there is a piled section of Turkish knots 4cms. wide on both sides. Reference 2090. Size 54 x 24cms. Euros 95.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. Reverse of reference 2090.

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER FLAT WEAVE/KILIM which dates from the first half of the 20th century. It originates from the Beni Mguild Berber group in the northern section of the Middle Atlas mountain range. Flat weaves such as these are known as "hanbels" and are often used as covers. Ref. 2235. Size 258 x 148cms. Euros 950.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. This is among the most finely executed embroidered Berber pillows. It originates from the Ait Liest Berbers of the Middle Atlas. Each of the four cornerrs if slightly missing. Reference 2092. Size 52 x 35cms. Euros 65.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. Reverse of reference 2092.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. An early 20th century pillow from Ait Youssi Middle Atlas Berbers. The finely embroidered field is criss-crossed with knots tied in the Berber manner. There is corosion in one narrow band of dark wool on the reverse. Reference 2093. Size 82 x 39cms. Euros 130.

Reverse of reference 2093.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. This is an old weaving which was probably an upright storage bag rather than a pillow. The embroidery is of exceptional fineness. It is from the Ait Bouzan Berber group of the Middle Atlas. It has been opened out on both sides. Reference 2094. Size 85 x 39cms. Euros 120.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. Reverse of reference 2094.

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER PILLOW. This is a remarkably finely embroidered piece with an interesting striped kilim back. Although it is old it is in excellent condition and the dyes are natural. It is from the Ait Youssi Berber group. Ref. 2229. Size 80 x 35cms. Euros 145.

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER PILLOW. This is a remarkably finely embroidered piece with an interesting striped kilim back. Although it is old it is in excellent condition and the dyes are natural. It is from the Ait Youssi Berber group. Ref. 2229. Size 80 x 35cms. Euros 145. (Reverse)

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. This was probably an upright storage bag or seating cushion. The embroidery work is very fine and intricate and it is an excellent example of weaving from the Ait Bouzon Berbers of the Middle Atlas. Reference 2096. Size 82 x 36cms. Euros 120.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. Reverse of reference 2096.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. An early 20th century Ait Arfa Berber pillow from the Middle Atlas in excellent condition. The central panel is flanked at both ends by two complicated borders. The reverse shows all the colours that have been used. Reference 2097. Size 72 x 35cms. Euros 140.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. An early 20th century Ait Arfa Berber pillow from the Middle Atlas in excellent condition. The central panel is flanked at both ends by two complicated borders. The reverse shows all the colours that have been used. REVERSE REF.2097

MOROCCAN BERBER MIDDLE ATLAS FLAT WEAVE/KILIM. An old beautifully embroidered `hanbel`or cover from the Ait Arfur Berber group in the Middle Atlas. The intricate white designs are created by the use of cotton. The condition is excellent. Ref. 2233. Size 291 x 120 cms. Euros 850.

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER PILLOW woven by a small Berber group called Beni Mtir. The front design is most unusual, as is the back which is of flat woven kilim with three embroidered stylized trees. Ref. 2228. Size 76 x 36cms. Euros 150. (Reverse)

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER PILLOW woven by a small Berber group called Beni Mtir. The front design is most unusual, as is the back which is of flat woven kilim with three embroidered stylized trees. Ref. 2228. Size 76 x 36cms. Euros 150.

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER PILLOWS which were obviously made by the same family from the Ait Youssi group. The kilim fronts have embroidered design and are further embellished with sequin and artificial silks. The same colours are used for the finely striped reverse sides. Refs. 2224, 2225, 2226, 2227. Sizes 43 x 39cms, 48 x 38cms, 49 x 37cms, 51 x 38cms. Euros 260 for four pieces. (Example Closeup)

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER PILLOWS which were obviously made by the same family from the Ait Youssi group. The kilim fronts have embroidered design and are further embellished with sequin and artificial silks. The same colours are used for the finely striped reverse sides. Refs. 2224, 2225, 2226, 2227. Sizes 43 x 39cms, 48 x 38cms, 49 x 37cms, 51 x 38cms. Euros 260 for four pieces.

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER PILLOW. The Berber designs and motifs are in fine white cotton and stand out agaist the madder flat woven background of both back and front sections. An old piece in perfect order. Ref. 2222. Size 53 x 32 cms. Euros 80. (Reverse)

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER PILLOW. The Berber designs and motifs are in fine white cotton and stand out agaist the madder flat woven background of both back and front sections. An old piece in perfect order. Ref. 2222. Size 53 x 32 cms. Euros 80.

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER PILLOW which has a very finely embroidered design on both front and back. The pillow itself is of kilim weave and the designs are of cotton and both silk and artificial silk. It originates from Berbers in the region of Zeymour. Ref. 2223. Size 79 x 46 cms. Euros 220. (Reverse)

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER PILLOW which has a very finely embroidered design on both front and back. The pillow itself is of kilim weave and the designs are of cotton and both silk and artificial silk. It originates from Berbers in the region of Zeymour. Ref. 2223. Size 79 x 46 cms. Euros 220.