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African Tuareg woven straw leather carpet mat Niger Sahara
African Tuareg woven straw leather carpet mat Niger Sahara
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Tuareg Leather & Straw Woven Carpet Mat – Sahara Nomad Ethnic Décor
Discover authentic Tuareg craftsmanship with this vintage Tuareg Leather and straw carpet mat, hand‑woven in the heart of the Sahara. Its geometric nomad designs, etched in leather strips, add an ethnic accent to home interiors, tents, or as a unique prayer/seating mat.
- Dimensions:
- 42" (107 cm) length
- 20¾" (52.5 cm) width
This piece shows gentle signs of age, small repairs and wear from years of authentic use, adding to its historic charm. Leather fringe not included in measurements.
This vintage mat brings a soulful slice of Sahara nomadic life into your space, perfect as a decorative wall hanging, prayer rug, tent divider, or accent floor mat.
🌍 About the Tuareg Tribe & Tuareg Leather Art
The Tuareg are a semi‑nomadic Saharan people whose rich heritage spans Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Senegal and beyond. Traditionally revered as “the blue people” for their indigo-dyed veils, they once guided camel caravans across vast desert trade routes.
Tuareg leather art is hand‑crafted from locally tanned goat and camel hides. Artisans cut and stitch leather strips into bold geometric patterns, a visual language that often conveys tribal identity and desert wisdom. These mats were multifunctional: used as tent walls, ground coverings for seating/prayers, or decorative accents in nomadic dwellings.
The production process is fully traditional: hides are cleaned, sun-dried, dyed, and then meticulously woven with straw and leather. Embellishments may feature Tuareg symbols reflecting protection, guidance, or clan affiliation.
Tuareg craftsmanship extends far beyond mats, explore their stunning jewelry (adelis), ornate metal saddle adornments, and beautifully forged swords (takoba), each echoing the Sahara’s spirit and the Tuareg people’s resilient artistry.
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