Rugs · Taznakht, Ouarzazate

Taznakht Rug

Richly colored flat-weave and pile rugs from the Taznakht region, known for deep saffron yellows, burgundy reds, and indigo blues with geometric patterns.

History & Cultural Context

Taznakht is a small town in the Ouarzazate province known as a major rug-producing center. The distinctive color palette comes from locally available natural dyes: saffron, pomegranate, henna, and indigo. Women's cooperatives are the primary producers.

Materials

Locally spun sheep woolWool from regional sheep, hand-spun
Natural dyesSaffron, pomegranate, henna, indigo for the distinctive palette

Production Techniques

Hand-knottingTraditional
Traditional knotting technique on vertical looms
Natural dyeingTraditional
Wool dyed in batches using traditional plant-based dyes

Production Notes

Hand-knotted or flat-woven from locally spun wool, dyed with natural or synthetic dyes. The bold color combinations are characteristic of the region. Production: 2–6 weeks.

Quality Indicators

Authenticity

Cooperative label or certificate

Quality

Rich, saturated colors with natural variation

Price Ranges

Budget500 – 1500 MAD(~$50 – $150)

Small sizes, synthetic dyes, simpler patterns

Mid-range1500 – 4000 MAD(~$150 – $400)

Standard sizes, natural dyes, traditional geometric patterns

Premium4000 – 10000 MAD(~$400 – $1000)

Large sizes, all-natural dyes, complex multi-color designs

Luxury10000 – 20000 MAD(~$1000 – $2000)

Exceptional artistry, master weaver, museum quality