Wall Art Moroccan Runner Rug, Handmade Berber Wool

From $89 to $12,440

Doubling as both a floor runner and striking wall art, this handmade Moroccan Berber rug is woven on undyed cream wool and scattered with small colorful cross motifs framed by a hand knotted black border. Berber women in the Middle Atlas of Morocco weave each piece entirely by hand, using techniques handed down through generations of Amazigh weavers. The wool begins as natural sheep fleece that is washed, hand spun and colored with natural plant and mineral dyes, giving the multicolored crosses their gentle, earthy tones. Against the calm creamy ground these little motifs seem to float, which is exactly why the runner feels at home in two very different rooms: it reads as a quiet neutral accent in a minimalist hallway, and as a lively piece of colorful tribal art in a boho space. The soft medium pile has a subtle sheen, and the small imperfections in each row are the honest fingerprints of true handwork. As a runner, it warms a hallway, softens the foot of a bed, or lines a kitchen galley. Hung on the wall, the same piece becomes a textile artwork above a bench, a headboard or a reading corner, bringing texture and Moroccan character to an empty wall. Its neutral palette layers easily over wood, tile or concrete and pairs with linen, leather and rattan. Wool is naturally durable and easy to live with. Vacuum on a gentle setting, blot any spills promptly with cold water, and use only pH-neutral cleaners. Keep it out of prolonged direct sunlight to preserve the natural tones, and treat it to a professional wool clean about once a year. We can weave this cream boho textile in custom dimensions, from a nursery runner to a full area size, so it fits your exact space. It also makes a warm housewarming, wedding or first-apartment gift for anyone who appreciates handmade decor. Every piece is rolled, wrapped and shipped worldwide with tracking, and shipping is always free and included in the price. Bring understated, artisan-made beauty to your floors or your walls with a runner that carries the quiet elegance of the Atlas Mountains.

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