Latifa’s Colorful Boucherouite

Description

This piece is from Latifa who is the sister-in-law of Naima who is one of the leaders of a collective of women artisans just outside of Tazenakht.

This weaving style is calledBoucherouite.

Boucherouite (pronounced boo-shay-reet) rugs were not originally intended to be sold as they were mostly used by the Berbers in their own homes, as modest carpets. Some called them ‘rag rugs’ as they are made of various recycled pre-used clothing or textile scraps.

This piece is a combination wool and fabric. Wool is used for the base/loom while fabric is used for the decorative weave.

You will find some light fraying on either end due its lifespan. We’ve put patches on these spots. With continuedproper care, this rug willcontinue to endure for decades to come.

–technical details
Size:3.4 x5.9ft
Rug Style:Boucherouite
Pile:Medium
Materials:Wool and Torn Fabric