Women artisans of Morocco
Subtitle: their stories, their lives
By: Susan Schaefer Davis ; photography by Joe Coca
Contributors: Coca, Joe, photographer
Published: 2018
Language: eng
Number of pages: 162
ISBN-13: 9780999051719
Subjects: Social life and customs; Decoration and ornament; Folk art; Handicraft; Women artisans
Description: Morocco: Ancient cities, adobe fortresses of centuries past, fertile plains of wheat and olives, carpets of wildflowers, endless deserts, wild mountains, and isolated rural villages. And of course, the fabled open-air markets framed with stacks of woven rugs and other handicrafts, exotic scents wafting through the aisles, the hum of Arabic, Berber, French. Within this diverse land and confluence of cultures, many rich and ancient craft traditions carry on--women spin and weave, make buttons, embroider designs passed down through generations, and sew stunning native costumes. Women Artisans of Morocco tells the stories of twenty-five women who practice these textile traditions with an inspiring energy, pride, and fortitude. For the first time, we have a book that focuses on the artisans of Morocco themselves, those who produce these beautiful textiles that contribute substantially to their family's income while maintaining households and raising children. --Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 159-160) and index.