"Chessboard Boogie Woogie" Berber Carpet

(DK-92-21)
6'7" x 13' (201cm x 396cm)
Morocco, Ait Bou Ichaouen Tribes: Mid-20th Century
Knotted pile: wool
A very unusual Moroccan Berber carpet attributed to the Ait Bou Ichaouen tribes. The basic checkered design is ubiquitous in almost all rug making regions of the world. What made this weaver mess around with it in such a creative way?
Condition & Remarks
Very well preserved, sturdy and clean

Categories
Large, Wide & Long, Plain & Simple, Shag