Indian Moroccan Style

Indian Moroccan StyleMoroccan rugs are renowned for their bold tribal designs, coarse texture and their compatibility with modern design.

patterns range from medallion to figural to Herati/Mahi to three-dimensional

antique appearance and natural wood colouring

The warp and weft are generally cotton

straight medallions

The skilled Qashqai weavers who make these rugs are highly regarded for their expressive craftsmanship and attention to detail

Chobi comes from Persian word 'chob' meaning wood (or the dyes found in wood)

with smaller motifs – often improvised by the weaver – in the background

Each Second Life rug is one-of-a-kind

Diamond-shaped medallions are most often used

Ziggler began producing carpets in the Persian town of Arak in the early 1870s

wall decoration and carpets

Considered an asset in western markets