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Moroccan mysteries, treasures and artifacts

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 BAG / PILLOW. An extremely finely woven and embroidered piece from the Ait Liest group of the eastern Middle Atlas. The front panel has seven sections of designs which represent the Berber motifs for lions' paws and also scissors. The back is equally interesting with portrayals of the human eye and fingers. Reference 2098. Size 54 x 36cms. Euros 150.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. Reverse of reference 2098.

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER PILLOW from the Ait Arfa Berber group. The triangular design and use of white cotton for embroidery is typical of the better older examples. In excellent condition. Ref. 2219. Size 67 x 35 cms. Euros 140.

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER PILLOW from the Ait Arfa Berber group. The triangular design and use of white cotton for embroidery is typical of the better older examples. In excellent condition. Ref. 2219. Size 67 x 35 cms. Euros 140. (Reverse)

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. The complexity of the designs in the three panels, borders and ends is offset by the simplicity of the reverse side in which the Berber symbol for an eye, which traditionally protects against evil, has been embroidered. It is a good example of the work of the Ait Arfa Berbers in the eastern Middle Atlas. Reference 2100. Size 49 x 35cms. Euros 125.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. Reverse of reference 2100.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. An old and fine example with sharply defined embroidery on both front and back sections and which has been bound, unusually, with three fine rows of herring-bone stitches. Reference 2101. Size 55 x 35cms. Euros 115.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. Reverse of reference 2101.

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER PILLOW with an intricate, sharply defined, design and which is from the Western Middle Atlas range. Ref. 2220. Size 51 x 39 cms. Euros 65.

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER PILLOW with an intricate, sharply defined, design and which is from the Western Middle Atlas range. Ref. 2220. Size 51 x 39 cms. Euros 65. (Reverse)

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. This is an antique pillow of exceptional fineness which originates from Zaine in the Middle Atlas. It has more Berber motifs than most pieces and they include interpretations of the chess board, snakes, seeds and lions' paws. It is woven in one piece with beautifully embroidered sides on both edges. Reference 2103. Size 38 x 75cms. Euros 325.

Reverse of reference 2103.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. Early 20th century, very fine example, from the Middle Atlas region of Zeymour. The Burgundy woollen kilim has been beautifully embroidered with panels of different coloured wools, white cotton and three shades of fine silk. The border work is particularly unusual. It was probably woven as a dowry piece and is in excellent condition. Reference 2104. Size 41 x 81cms. Euros 325.

Reverse of reference 2104.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAG / PILLOW. An unusually long pillow from Manoucher in the Middle Atlas. The sharply defined embroidery on the front is of white cotton and the dyes of madder, henner and curcuma have also been used and are visible on the striped reverse section. Reference 2105. Size 35 x 110cms. Euros 180.

Reverse of reference 2105.

MOROCCAN BERBER BAGS / PILLOWS. it is most unusual for what was probably the complete set of pillows made by one family to remain together. This group of six is from a Berber tribe in Ziane in the eastern Middle Atlas. They are from the first half of the 20th century and, at first glance, may appear to be the same - but they are not. Across the group there are Berber interpretations of lions' paws, fingers, chess board, scissors and trees and snake and fish skeletons. The white design highlights are of cotton and the colours used include madder, henna and probably curcuma.

Freshly washed rugs and kilims drying in the High Atlas sun.

Reference 2106. Size 63 x 46cms. Euros 95.

Reverse of reference 2106.

Reference 2107. Size 60 x 42cms. Euros 95.

Reverse of reference 2107.

Reference 2108. Size 61 x 44cms. Euros 95.

Reverse of reference 2108.

Reference 2109. Size 61 x 42cms. Euros 95.

Reverse of reference 2109.

Reference 2110. Size 58 x 42cms. Euros 95.

Reverse of reference 2110.

Reference 2111. Size 62 x 46cms. Euros 95.

Reverse of reference 2111.

Camel market in the village of Imilchil.

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MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER DOUBLE SIDED RUG. Both sides of this rare old tribal weaving are shown. It originates from the Beni Mguild Berber group of the Middle Atlas range east of Fez and is in perfect condition, complete with original sides and end finishes. Because of its construction the rug is heavy and the wools are long and lustrous. Similar pieces are featured in `Marokko` by Kurt Rainer, plates 128 to 131. Reference 2185. Size 242 x 170 cms. Euros 1950. SOLD - USA.

Close up showing parts of both sides of the rug and its deep lustrous pile. SOLD - USA.

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER PILLOW from the western part of this mountain range. The intricate design is embroidered in white cotton and the piece is in excellent condition. Ref. 2221. Size 48 x 37 cms. Euros 65. (Reverse)

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS BERBER PILLOW from the western part of this mountain range. The intricate design is embroidered in white cotton and the piece is in excellent condition. Ref. 2221. Size 48 x 37 cms. Euros 65.

MOROCCAN MIDDLE ATLAS FLAT WEAVE/KILIM which, although not old, displays an exceptional degree of workmanship. The fine weave and intricate embroidery combine to make a pleasing combination of soft colours. The cape, or handira, is from the Ait Arfur Berber group. Ref. 2232. Size 200 x 128 cms. Euros 850.