An interesting weaving from Beni Mellal, 1990s–2000s, made using a mixed technique that combines knotted bands decorated with motifs and woven stripes in alternating colors. All horizontal stripes, whether knotted or woven, show subtle variations in color, adding a sense of liveliness. This piece was most likely made to be used as a blanket, but it is very sturdy and can easily serve as a floor covering. Please note: there is slight dye run, which visually disappears depending on the lighting in which it is displayed.

BOUJAD rugs are made by Arab groups and Arabized Berber groups but they are named after the town of Boujad. The surrounding region of this town lies in the western foothills of the Middle Atlas adjoining the Zaer tribal territory in the extreme western corner, and the town Beni Mellal at the northernmost edge of Western High Atlas. The knotted rugs have typically a low pile and are often made with mixed materials such as wool, cotton, textile scraps and industrial yarns. Their designs are often highly individual containing Berber motifs, motifs found in Rabat rugs, distorted checkerboard fields and gestural abstract patterns- all in lively colors.