Beni-Ourain

Name: Beni-Ourain
Brand: Anou
SKU: 16343
Price: 230 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

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SIZE

1m 14cm x 95cm x 3cm — 3ft 9in x 3ft 1in x 1in

WEIGHT

1600 g

MATERIALS

Cotton Thread, Wool , Spindle, Walnut husks, and Naturally Dyed Wool

PRODUCT ID

#16343

The Beni-Ourain rug is used daily in the lives of local Moroccans. They are used for everything from bed covers to simple living room rugs. They can also be used for special occasions, like weddings. It is said that the women transfer their feelings into these rugs while crafting them.

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MEET THE MAKERS

Handmade by 1 member of Association Zaouia

Nazha Imami

Imani was born and raised in Zaouia. While she is currently divorced, she does look after her son. She learned to weave as a young child. She is very skilled and can make rugs, Handira, and Hanbal. She joined Association Zaouia in 2013. Her goal is to continue working in order to support her only child.

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