Oued Zem Colorful Accented Boujad

$995.00

Oued Zem Colorful Accented Boujad - Salam Hello

This rug was handwoven by artisans in Oued Zem.

Oued Zem is nestled in the Middle Atlas Mountains just north of the village of Boujad, the namesake of this weaving style.

Boujad rugs tend to have undyed sheep’s wool for its base and vibrant colors used for the design elements.

The design motifs most commonly used in Boujad rugs tend to represent geometric shapes, abstract forms and at times symbols that have been passed down through generations.

The weave is less dense than the Beni M'rirt or Beni Ourain rug as there is more space between knots. Despite the difference in density, it’s still just as cozy and soft.
- Size: 160 cm x 280 cm
- Rug Technique: Medium to High Hand-Knot
- Pile: Low to Medium
- Materials: 100% live sheep’s wool.

Rug Style

Medium to High Hand-Knot

There are many varieties of a rug that contain a Medium to High Hand-Knot—Boujad, Azilal, Beni Ourain, Beni M'Rirt, and Marmoucha, to name a few. While they may have similarities, the knot technique varies depending on the region or tribe the rug comes from.

The majority of these rugs come from the Middle Atlas and High Atlas Mountains. The local sheep in these colder climates have a thicker coat to sustain them during the winter months, which impacts the thickness of the wool, and in turn, contributes to the height of the pile.