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Inspiration
A walk through the desert
Marouk MK51
We start the month of March with a desert walk. Even though we still have cold weather, which is also present in the desert, we go to warmer regions and celebrate a new design of our Marouk Collection.
The Marouk MK51 is a carpet made of pure highland wool with typical Berber pattern. Its color scheme reminds us of the sandy expanses of African deserts. The Marouk MK51 has an extraordinary radiance that gives light, warmth and comfort to any room. No matter whether you use it to furnish your private or business rooms.
A sign of beauty: Abrash
Abrash is the term used in carpet art to describe slight color variations, which are an unconditional sign of quality and proof of genuine craftsmanship. Especially in the early nomadic carpets, these color nuances were a feature of the creation process. The yarn for the carpets was created by hand and this yarn was also dyed by hand.
If new color was produced, it was almost impossible to match the exact same shade as before. Color variations, sometimes even color jumps within a carpet were the result. Even industrially produced carpets today mimic Abrash, simulating this unique quality feature of old carpet art.
All Mischioff design carpets are made by hand and of course our Marouk MK51. From the production of the knotting yarn, to the mixing of the color, to the dyeing of the yarn and of course the knotting itself, the entire process is exclusively the work of industrious hands. And so, even in Marouk MK51, there is a natural abrash that gives the carpet naturalness and liveliness. In addition, it makes each of our carpets truly unique.
Living Changings
The sand and ocher tones of the Marouk MK51, which sometimes seem lighter and sometimes darker, sometimes almost changing to shades of brown, thus accompany us on the desert walk mentioned at the beginning and allow us to dive into a world of ancient carpet art. Here in northern Africa, where the Berber once roamed, where carpets and animals were often the only companions, life is harsh but never monotonous. This is Abrash, a relic of times past and a sign of the beauty of artisanal rug making.
Thanks to its unobtrusiveness, the wool carpet will fit into any interior and even architecture. And its insensitivity and robustness, which it owes to the high-quality wool, makes it shine even after many years of use.
Virgin wool from the Himalayas
The Marouk MK51 is knotted from pure, very high quality highland wool. High up in the mountainous regions of the Himalayas live sheep that donate an exceptionally robust and resistant wool. The reason for this is the high lanolin content. This is the only way the sheep can withstand the harsh weather conditions. Mischioff uses only high-quality new wool for its carpets. This means that the wool is obtained from living sheep, which of course continue to live after shearing. Even during the processing of the wool, the lanolin (wool fat) remains. It acts as a natural impregnator that repels dirt and water. A property that makes our Marouk MK51 a lifelong companion and gives it its soft feel.
Of course, we do not shear the sheep ourselves, but here too we have a look at who supplies us with the high-quality new wool. Like the entire production process of Mischioff Fair-Trade carpets, our suppliers are also part of the STEP Label certification. This Swiss label is on the spot for us where we cannot be ourselves. But together we are committed to good and fair working conditions in the carpet production.
The most important product data
to the Marouk MK51
- Collection
Marouk - Design
MK51 - Material
100% Himalayan highland wool - Knotting
approx. 93.000 knots/m², Tibetan knot - Dimensions
can be ordered in individual desired dimensions - Pile height
approx. 10 - 12 mm - Weight
approx. 4,0 kg / m² - Origin
Nepal
Order the Marouk MK51
In the standard size of 300 by 230 centimeters, the Marouk MK51 is produced. If that seems too small or too large for your own personal desert walk, then of course you can order this carpet in your desired size. We manufacture each carpet so that it optimally fits your premises.
You are also welcome to use our virtual sampling service, which will give you a very good idea of the room effect of the carpet. Likewise, we are also happy to send carpet samples so that they can also experience the feel of this unique Berber carpet. No matter what you need help and assistance with, feel free to contact us for a personalized consultation.
