Folk crafts tell Egyptian tales at Sharjah Heritage Days

ANI February 20, 2025 178 views

The Sharjah Heritage Days event brilliantly showcased Egypt's incredible traditional crafts, bringing ancient artisan techniques to life. Skilled craftspeople like Shaimaa El-Naggar and Mabrouk Mohamed Abu Shaheen demonstrated intricate techniques passed through generations. Visitors experienced a rich tapestry of Egyptian cultural expressions through embroidery, weaving, and fabric art. Each craft told a unique story, connecting contemporary audiences with Egypt's profound artistic heritage.

"These handicrafts reflect generations of artisans and their distinctive local character" - Sharjah Heritage Days Curator
Sharjah, February 20: The Egyptian pavilion at Sharjah Heritage Days showcases a range of crafts, each telling a story of Egypt's rich cultural history and craftsmanship. These handicrafts reflect generations of artisans and their artistry, precision, and distinctive local character, bringing to life the symbols, images, and meanings of life from ancient times to the present.

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Talli gold embroidery showcases Upper Egypt's textile traditions

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Kilim Fuwa wool weaving represents 200-year-old craft heritage

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Khayamiya fabric art captures Egypt's artistic diversity

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Traditional crafts tell stories of cultural continuity

Shaimaa El-Naggar from Sohag presented the craft of Upper Egypt Talli, embroidery with gold and silver threads, often used on fabrics like silk, linen, and cotton for special occasions. This art has expanded beyond weddings to other celebratory moments in Egyptian life.

Mabrouk Mohamed Abu Shaheen showcased Kilim Fuwa, a craft using sheep wool woven on cotton to create products like bags, tablecloths, and home decor. The craft has been passed down for over 200 years, with Fuwa from Kafr El-Sheikh standing out for its heritage.

Nasreen Ahmed Attia shared the beauty of Khayamiya, carnival fabric adorned with Pharaonic, Coptic, and Islamic engravings. The fabric is used for large event tents and small items like tablecloths and murals, capturing Egypt's artistic diversity.

Artists like Dr Manar Abdel Razek, Aya Hassan, and Hamdia Attia contributed with beadwork and embroidery showcasing traditional Upper Egyptian weaving (Naqada friquet). These crafts feature intricate patterns of feathers, triangles, and symbols, providing visitors with an unforgettable cultural experience. (ANI/WAM)

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Egyptian Crafts Sharjah Heritage Days Folk Art Cultural Exhibition Traditional Textiles
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