Collection: Beni Ourain

The Beni Ourain are a group of more than 17 Berber tribes. They live in the Middle Atlas mountains and the Moroccan Rif. Their origins in Morocco date back to the 9th century. These tribes settled in this region because of its isolation from other regions and the richness of the land. In particular, to raise sheep, the source of essential, high-quality wool for producing carpets. The Berber populations of this region had little contact with the outside world. Retrenched in the mountains, they remained isolated and anchored in their traditions for a long time. This is why these Berber carpets have remained unchanged and have retained their originality. This explains their archaic appearance, with decoration based on simple geometric figures.