70% goes to the makers 16% runs the site & pays the artisans who run it — Anou is a cooperative 14% shipping
SIZE
1m 31cm x 90cm x 1cm — 4ft 4in x 2ft 11in x 1in
WEIGHT
2000 g
MATERIALS
Wool String and Wool
PRODUCT ID
#20357
Beni Ourain rugs are known for being made in the north east of Morocco, not in the Ait Bougamez Valley. However, the heritage of many women in Imelghas is linked to the Beni Ourain tribe, through marriage for example, and is is why you'll see many Beni Ourain and Beni Ourain style rugs made by Cooperative of Imelghaus.
Malika was born in Amlghas, and is now married. She learned carpet weaving when she was a child from her mom.
Malika Aajijin
Malika was born in 1986. She is married with two kids. Fatima lives in Amghles Village where she learned how to weave from her mom, which is the main activity for women in that region. She joined the association in order to support her family.
VISIT THE VILLAGE
See where this piece was made
Imelghas Women's Cooperative hosts visitors in their village — share tea, watch the artisans at work, and see the craft up close. Visits start at $17 per person, and most of it goes straight to the group.
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