{"product_id":"vintage-moroccan-rug-arioni","title":"Arioni","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne-of-a-kind vintage rug, hand-knotted in the capital city of Rabat on the coast of Morocco\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 6'7\" x 9'11\" (200 cm x 302 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eArioni has been professionally cleaned; age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!-- details --\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne-of-a-kind vintage rug, hand-knotted in the capital city of Rabat on the coast of Morocco\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eArioni has been professionally cleaned; age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly one in stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 6'7\" x 9'11\" (200 cm x 302 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-sided fringe: measures 2.8\" (7 cm). Fringe is not included in the overall dimensions above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlush pile: approximately 0.8\" (2 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor palette: cream, periwinkle blue, golden olive, midnight blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese rugs are prized for their expressive design and construction. Their freeform edges meander and wiggle, unbound by constrictions of mass production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c!-- notes --\u003e\u003cb\u003eMotifs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoroccan rugs don’t come with a key. As with any painting or poem, their motifs have many subjective interpretations. Originally made for personal use, these rugs took months to weave, documenting a shifting tide of events and emotions in the weaver’s life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA central medallion anchors the motif to a center focal point from which the design blooms out and is balanced by complementary design elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe corners of the rug are heavily ornate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion of Origin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eRabat, founded in the 12th century, became Morocco’s capital after the French invaded in 1912. Rugs woven here, as in most Moroccan cities, are more reminiscent of Turkish rugs in their design and weaving technique, often featuring a central medallion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eWool, a staple in Moroccan rug design, was considered almost sacred to the Amazigh (Berber) people, whose nomadic lifestyle included sheep and goat herding. In addition to being available, wool is durable, long-lasting, and soft—so it’s super comfy to walk and relax on. In this piece, the wool pile is knotted onto a wool foundation, adding body and helping it hug the floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMoroccan wool is locally sourced and produces a thick, strong pile that feels soft underfoot. Having stood the test of time, this hand-processed wool has reacted to its various environments, acquiring an untamed, nubby look and feel. You may find traces of dried hay, grass, or straw in your rug as grazing sheep often collect plant matter in their coats. Remove gently by hand or with tweezers. Please note that when wool gets damp, it will smell like a wet sheep. This is the scent of lanolin, which acts as a waxy barrier against dirt and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!-- Rug Care --\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust and dirt that accumulate in your rug can erode the fibers over time. The best way to combat this is to take your rug outside and give it a good shake once a week. Depending on how large it is, you may need to recruit a friend to help. Also, be sure to get a rug pad—this helps to preserve your rug in spite of dirt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf shaking it out isn’t possible, you can vacuum it instead—just be cautious, and don’t use a rotary vacuum, because it can damage the fibers. Once or twice a month, vacuum on low power with a non-rotary (no spinning brush) vacuum or suction attachment only, moving gently from side to side. Once or twice a year, flip your rug over and vacuum the back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce a year, let it sunbathe. Hang it in the sun for a few hours when it’s hottest, and flip it over midway through, to expose both sides to direct sunlight. This sun-bleaching helps further sanitize the wool. It’s a natural method to bleach and deodorize it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo ensure equal wear and protect against walk patterns, change your rug's direction periodically. You can also flip your rug upside-down once in awhile, and use it like that for a bit. With Moroccan rugs, the back is typically as nice as the front.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery 3-5 years, we recommend getting your rug professionally hand-washed with a Moroccan rug expert. Please do not take it to get steam or dry cleaned—this will almost certainly damage the rug! Hand-washing requires the use of a pH-balanced shampoo, worked into the rug by hand with a soft-bristled brush, before being rinsed thoroughly. This process should be repeated a few times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn case of spills:\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the spill is organic and non-oily (e.g., wine), use a paper towel or cloth to blot the liquid. Add some clean water sparingly to the spot to dilute the stain (or wet a paper towel or cloth) and blot. Repeat this process until the stain is removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the stain is persistent, resist the urge to scrub. Scrubbing can damage the wool fibers and more easily allow the stain to penetrate. You may try using a mild detergent, such as very diluted dishwashing soap, following the same blot-and-rinse procedure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the spill is a denser, more oily liquid, try first to scoop what you can from the surface using a spoon or perhaps some heavier paper, and then do the blot-and-rinse. If the spill is significant, non-organic and\/or composed of chemical substances, or the above methods don’t work, we suggest getting the rug professionally hand-washed as soon as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor rugs with deeply saturated color palettes, be sure to spot-clean them in an area that can be hosed down immediately after, as some color bleeding may occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cli\u003eDue to the hand-crafted nature of our rugs, you can expect to see light shedding, matting, and signs of fiber and thread breakage over time. For high traffic areas, these effects may occur more quickly and easily.\u003c\/li\u003e","brand":"Revival-OOAK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43829483569251,"sku":"MOSR044CO26004009","price":1509.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1718\/8557\/files\/MOSR044CO26004009_MOS4009_1ove-vintage-moroccan-rug-arioni_55f88ab0-c06a-425b-89dd-4ac199b1c36c.jpg?v=1762771963","url":"https:\/\/www.checkout.revivalrugs.com\/products\/vintage-moroccan-rug-arioni","provider":"Revival Rugs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}