moroccan berber rug -- an old example from the region of Mrirt which is a province of the western half of the High Atlas Mountains. The use of a field of one colour, often shades of red which is obtained from the roots of the madder plant, is common. Blue from indigo is the second colour most used. Mrirt rugs seldom have borders. The field then becomes a palette for the weaver to use the whole spectrum of motifs of the Berber language scattered throughout as is the case here. This is a separate, huge, subject in itself. The weave is fine and even. The portrayal of rectangular forms is an illustration of fields of crops. Excellent condition. Reference 3485. Size 260 x 145, or 8ft. 6ins. x 4ft. 9ins. Euros 650.