Taznaght Rug

  Ornate, stylish and penetrating, this Taznaght rug contrasts the rich opulence of henna and saffron hues with the inky backdrop of oak bark dyed wool yarn. Adorned with traditional Amazigh tribal laddered diamond and lozenge motifs, as well as miniature cross hatched twig-like figures resembling the Amazigh people in both their masculine and feminine forms, this rug is gorgeous in its detail and dramatic intricacies. Gaze for hours at the patterns in this artistic woven work and find new elements of symbolism revealing themselves each time. Hand-woven by Amazigh women in villages around the city of Ouarzazat bordering the golden and vast Sahara desert, this soft and comfortable wool rug was woven to withstand the most extreme of climates and the most lively of gatherings. Appropriate for busy spaces and well loved places within the home. Low pile, tassels on one side. The traditional symbolism woven into this rug, along with its quality and durability, will make it a timeless and be