Moroccan Wool Kilim Rug

Bands of red, zigzags and diamonds, with a fringe that moves in a draft.

Weavers of the Zemmour District, in north-west Morocco, made this kilim rug in wool in the 20th century. Flatwoven rugs from the Zemmour region are commonly used as floor coverings and bedding, and are often woven in horizontal bands. Narrow stripes in red, brown, cream and black run across the length, filled with small diamonds, zigzags and hooked motifs. Knotted fringe edges the short ends. The red is deep and slightly uneven.

Long, narrow and lively. Put it in a hall and the hall improves.