Old Mauritanian or Tuareg mat, XXL size, 1950s, long and narrow.

Entirely handmade by Tuareg women, these mats of incredible size are used to protect the ground when the tents are set up, and to sit comfortably.

Made of dried palm fibres finely split into small strips (reminiscent of tiny wooden slats), leather, fabric, threads... We love its exceptional patina, proof of its earlier use and past lives.

Everything is delicately woven with incredible patience. It is painstaking work that obviously takes several months, given the spectacular size of the piece.

The mat has distinctive and unique graphic patterns.

We love the coloured thread details, which bring an extraordinary touch to an interior.

The mat has marks of use and wear, making it a one-off piece.

It is slightly wavy in places, as it was rolled up for a long time. It will need to be relaxed gently over time, with a little moisture and some weight to loosen the fibres that are too "rolled".

Please refer to the many photos for the overall condition of the mat.