Moroccan Rugs: Vintage Berber, Beni Ourain & Azilal

Page 3: Vintage Moroccan Rugs

Ivory and Black Beni Ourain Moroccan Rug 47927

5 ft 5 in x 11 ft 8 in (1.65 m x 3.56 m)

$6,400.00

Ivory and Red Vintage Moroccan Rug 47939 Detail/Large View

Ivory and Red Vintage Mid Century Moroccan Rug 47939

4 ft 7 in x 9 ft (1.4 m x 2.74 m)

$3,400.00

Ivory and Black Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Shag Rug 47891

6 ft 4 in x 13 ft 7 in (1.93 m x 4.14 m)

$4,650.00

Primitive Vintage Moroccan Rug 47897

4 ft 5 in x 13 ft 10 in (1.35 m x 4.22 m)

$5,950.00

Full Vintage Moroccan rug 46630 by Nazmiyal

Vintage Solid Cream Color Moroccan Sisal Rug 46630

2 ft 8 in x 3 ft 7 in (0.81 m x 1.09 m)

$300.00

Full Mid century Moroccan Kilim 46442 by Nazmiyal

Brown Vintage Mid Century Moroccan Kilim Rug 46442

4 ft 2 in x 10 ft 1 in (1.27 m x 3.07 m)

$2,200.00

Vintage Moroccan Rug 46429 Detail/Large View

Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug 46429

5 ft 6 in x 10 ft 6 in (1.68 m x 3.2 m)

$4,200.00

Beni Ourain Vintage Moroccan Rug 46021

5 ft x 11 ft 6 in (1.52 m x 3.51 m)

$3,950.00

Vintage Mid Century Moroccan Rug 45848

5 ft 6 in x 11 ft 9 in (1.68 m x 3.58 m)

$4,800.00

Full Vintage Moroccan rug 45751 by Nazmiyal

Long and Narrow Vintage Colorful Moroccan Rug 45751

5 ft 3 in x 16 ft (1.6 m x 4.88 m)

$6,600.00

Small Vintage Mid Century Rag Texture Moroccan Carpet 45696

4 ft x 6 ft 5 in (1.22 m x 1.96 m)

$1,000.00

vintage kilim moroccan rug 45693 pile Nazmiyal

Large Vintage Moroccan Flat Woven Kilim Rug 45693

8 ft 3 in x 16 ft 4 in (2.51 m x 4.98 m)

$8,800.00

Clay Pendergrast

My wife and I are so pleased with the antique Uzbek Bokhara Rug purchased from the Nazmiyal Collection. Not only does the rug have a spectacular design, it also was very reasonably priced. The way it transforms our living room, reconciling the classic modern furniture with the 1913 Craftsman interior is remarkable.

Terence Hayes

I have purchased multiple rugs at multiple Nazmiyal auctions and I am extremely pleased with the quality, price, and experience. Highly recommended!

Victor Florintsev

The only ones I'd ever buy rugs from. The best.

Jeffrey NeumanB

I bought two gorgeous Serapi rugs from Farhad at Nazmiyal Rugs! Beautiful carpets, fair prices and great service. Very happy customer. Farhad (the sales person) was very patient and gave us great service.

john haid

Alen is a gentleman and an expert. Really great to work with.

Edward Yasuna

I recently purchased a modern Kandinsky rug from Nazmiyal Auctions. It was just as described, and the director (Farhad) of the auctions had it sent to me quickly and safely. Payment was easy, the rug was reasonably priced, and I highly recommend Nazmiyal Auctions and Antique Rugs. Quality merchandise and first-class service.

Nicholas Carr

Had a excellent experience buying a rug in Nazmiyal's 1/18/26 online auction. First, prior to the auction, viewing a number of lots at the 32nd St showroom (I had prepared a list from the online catalog). The staff were great to work with: helpful, knowledgable, honest, and flexible. Second, after placing an online bid and winning the desired item, arranging payment and pickup was simple and straightforward. Everything went seamlessly and the overall experience was educational and fun. Many thanks to Jason and his team.

Andrea Gared

Everyone at Naziyal is proffessional, especially Jason and Farhad. They are knowledgeable, truthful, and true gentlemen. I have sold several rugs through them and will always go to them first, to buy or sell. The best in the business!

Frequently Asked Questions

What defines a Moroccan rug?

Moroccan rugs are handwoven textiles produced by the Amazigh (Berber) peoples and other tribal communities of Morocco. They are distinguished by bold geometric design, open field compositions without formal borders, and a hand-drawn line quality reflecting individual and tribal authorship rather than workshop standardization. Construction ranges from thick pile weavings to flatwoven kilim-style textiles.

Why did Moroccan rugs become so popular in Western interior design?

Mid-20th-century modernist designers and architects — including Le Corbusier — were drawn to Moroccan rugs because they looked like modern art. No borders, no medallions, no formal symmetry — just bold geometry, extraordinary texture, and the direct expression of an individual weaver's hand. That graphic quality made them natural companions to modernist furniture and architecture.

What is the difference between Beni Ourain and other Moroccan rugs?

Beni Ourain rugs come from a specific confederation of Berber tribes in Morocco's Middle Atlas Mountains. They are characterized by ivory or cream pile with dark geometric motifs — typically lozenges or diamond lattice forms — and a plush, high-lanolin wool texture. Other traditions like Azilal tend to be more colorful and expressive, while Boucherouite rugs use recycled fibers for a more eclectic aesthetic.

Are vintage Moroccan rugs durable enough for everyday use?

Many are hard-wearing, especially pieces in wool pile construction. The high-lanolin mountain wool used in many Moroccan rugs is naturally resilient and ages well. Durability depends on weave density, existing condition, and how the rug will be used.

Do Moroccan rugs work in modern interiors?

Exceptionally well. Moroccan geometry and open fields are widely used in minimalist and contemporary rooms because they read as graphic and architectural rather than overly ornate. An ivory Beni Ourain can anchor almost any modern living room without competing with the furniture or art.

Are Moroccan rugs always Berber?

Many of the most collectible Moroccan rugs are rooted in Amazigh (Berber) tribal traditions, but Moroccan rugs as a category includes multiple regional approaches within Morocco. Beni Ourain, Azilal, and Boucherouite are all distinct Berber traditions, but there are also flatwoven kilims and other Moroccan textiles from different communities and contexts.

Can I buy a Moroccan rug remotely from Nazmiyal?

Yes. Nazmiyal provides detailed condition reports, precise measurements, and high-resolution photography for every piece. Our 3-day return policy applies to international purchases — if the rug is not right for your space, you may return it.