The Nomad collection from Carpet Edition is a fascinating journey through the landscapes, traditions and imagery of Berber and Moroccan culture. Each rug carries a piece of history within it, inspired by the symbols and rich identity of the nomadic populations.
Natural materials, ancestral motifs and handcrafted construction become the language through which the rugs take shape in a contemporary aesthetic, rooted both in the cultural memory and storytelling strength of these groups of people.
Three rugs make up the collection – Atlas, Clan and Dune, which are all produced by hand using the ancient technique of hand knotting, a priceless skill that has been handed down for generations. The entire production process of these rugs, from the carding to the final touches, involves many expert hands, each of which contributes to making each piece unique and one-of-a-kind. In this manner every rug becomes a testimony to the beauty of an entirely handmade product designed to last over time.
The Nomad Atlas rugs get their name from Morocco’s most extensive mountain range: their abstract geometric patterns and delicate hues of Ivory, Beige, Silver, Taupe/Jeans, Tobacco, Black, Blue, Green and Gold evoke the irregular contours and deep valleys of the Atlas Mountains. Produced in varying percentages of Wool, Bamboo and Cotton, the Nomad Atlas rugs are available in 250x300cm or custom sized.
The linear, multi-height patterns of the Nomad Clan models pay homage to the rich symbolic culture of the Berber clans, translating traditional stories and beliefs into textiles to create an exquisite visual narrative. The Nomad Clan rugs are produced in New Zealand wool and Cotton with fringed ends, a detail that recalls nomadic tribal clothing. Available standard 250x300cm or custom sized, and Ivory/Light Grey, Silver/Grey, Grey/Brown, Black/White or Blue/Grey colour combinations.
Rounding out the Nomad collection is Nomad Dune, characterized by a particularly long pile and fringed ends. The natural movement of the pile creates a soft, undulating effect, recalling sand dunes shaped by the desert wind. Made with New Zealand wool and Cotton, Nomad Dune comes in four colour variants: Natural, Night Blue, Rose/Grey and Grey/Taupe, in standard 180x240cm or custom sized.