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African Lion Rug

Djoharian Design Beni Rugs Collection North African Lion hand-knotted
Djoharian Design Beni Rugs Collection North African Lion hand-knotted

Djoharian Design Beni Rugs Collection North African Lion hand-knotted

By Berber Tribes of Morocco, djoharian-design

Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE

Tribal Art meets Modern Minimalism – Hand-Knotted Moroccan Beni Ourain Lion Rug (192 x 168 cm / 6.3 x 5.5 ft) The "White Giant" of the Atlas Mountains Experience the authentic soul ...

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Beni Ourain Berber Lion Rug North African Moroccan Tribal Hand Knotted Wool

Beni Ourain Berber Lion Rug North African Moroccan Tribal Hand Knotted Wool

By djoharian-design

Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE

A Lion Berber rug from Morocco This rug was hand knotted by women of the Beni Ourain tribe in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco.

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Berber Lion Rug North African Moroccan Tribal Carpet Hand Knotted Wool
Berber Lion Rug North African Moroccan Tribal Carpet Hand Knotted Wool

Berber Lion Rug North African Moroccan Tribal Carpet Hand Knotted Wool

By djoharian-design

Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE

A Lion Berber rug from Morocco This rug was hand knotted by women of the Beni Ourain tribe in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco.

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Moroccan Lion Azilal Runner : 3'2 x 8'7
Moroccan Lion Azilal Runner : 3'2 x 8'7

Moroccan Lion Azilal Runner : 3'2 x 8'7

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Moroccan Lion Azilal Runner : 3'2 x 8'7

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rugs depicting lions are rare and validates the age of this remarkable rug.

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Ethiopian "Lion of Judah" Rug, 3' x 2.8'
Ethiopian "Lion of Judah" Rug, 3' x 2.8'

Ethiopian "Lion of Judah" Rug, 3' x 2.8'

Located in Astoria, NY

Ethiopian "Lion of Juddah" Rug. Dealer: S138XX

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20th Century Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Zabihi Collection Vintage Moroccan Square Hallucinating Lions Rug
Zabihi Collection Vintage Moroccan Square Hallucinating Lions Rug

Zabihi Collection Vintage Moroccan Square Hallucinating Lions Rug

Located in New York, NY

a mid-20th-century Moroccan rug with 6 "trippy" lions on an ivory ground Details rug no. j4441 size 5' 2" x 6' (157 x 183 cm)  

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Zabihi Collection Vintage Neutral Moroccan Floral Lion Rug
Zabihi Collection Vintage Neutral Moroccan Floral Lion Rug

Zabihi Collection Vintage Neutral Moroccan Floral Lion Rug

Located in New York, NY

a mid 20th century Moroccan Rug with 2 lions sitting on an ivory ground, accents in brown and pink. a signature of the weave can be found on 1 end . Details rug no. j4444 size 3' 1"...

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Mid-Century Modern Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug with Barbary Lion
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug with Barbary Lion

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug with Barbary Lion

By Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Dallas, TX

From cozy casual to boho chic, relish the Primitive charm as this vintage Berber Moroccan rug with a Barbary lion characterizes Mid-Century Modern style with a tribal twist. This Ber...

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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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The Lion’s Ember: A Vintage Taznakht Moroccan Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance
The Lion’s Ember: A Vintage Taznakht Moroccan Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance

The Lion’s Ember: A Vintage Taznakht Moroccan Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance

By Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Dallas, TX

90051 Vintage Taznakht Moroccan Rug, 04'06 x 11'05. Radiating the warmth of a desert sunset, this hand-knotted wool vintage Taznakht Moroccan rug is a commanding expression of Berber...

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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Berber Lion Rug North African Moroccan Tribal Carpet Hand Knotted Wool
Berber Lion Rug North African Moroccan Tribal Carpet Hand Knotted Wool

Berber Lion Rug North African Moroccan Tribal Carpet Hand Knotted Wool

By Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE

A Lion Berber rug from Morocco This rug was hand knotted by women of the Beni Mrirt tribe in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco.

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2010s Moroccan Tribal Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Moroccan Azilal Lion Rug  3' x6'
Moroccan Azilal Lion Rug  3' x6'

Moroccan Azilal Lion Rug 3' x6'

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Berber tribal rug circa 1990 depicting lions handwoven with ivory and brown wool in a Berber design. Dimensions: 3' x6'

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1990s Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Lion's Rug
Lion's Rug

Lion's Rug

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Lion's Rug

Located in San Francisco, CA

A beautiful Lion's Rug from the Serenghetti

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20th Century African More Carpets

Trophy Size Lion Rug
Trophy Size Lion Rug

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Located in New York, NY

Huge Male Lion Skin

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20th Century African Decorative Objects

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Beautiful Lion Panthera Leo Skin Rug Taxidermy
Beautiful Lion Panthera Leo Skin Rug Taxidermy

Beautiful Lion Panthera Leo Skin Rug Taxidermy

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Beautiful Lion Panthera Leo Skin Rug Taxidermy

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Young male lion skin rug with full head mount, glass eyes, on a black felt backing. CITES Appendix II/B Museum quality, in excellent condition. This animal is bred and died in cap...

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2010s South African Taxidermy

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Good antique rugs and vintage rugs have made their way into homes across the globe, becoming fixtures used for comfort, prayer and self-expression, so choosing the right area rug is officially a universal endeavor.

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