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Arts and Crafts of Morocco
Reveals the dazzling fusion of cultural influences in Moroccan arts and crafts Its unique geographical location established Morocco as a center of cultural exchange, and its remarkable arts and crafts are the product of a centuries-long intermingling of influences from other parts of Africa and the traditions of Islam and from the singular cultural alliance of the Moors and the Spaniards. Superbly illustrated with more than 150 specially commissioned color photographs, Arts and Crafts of Morocco illuminates the wonders of this thriving tradition.
Dr. James F. Jereb’s pioneering account, based on his own first hand research, examines an extensive range of vibrantly colored textiles; jewelry in a range of exquisite configurations; original leather, wood, and metalwork; and an enormous variety of pottery and ceramics. These marvelous objects derive either from a rural lifestyle, with symbols and patterns that reflect the powerful animistic beliefs of the Berber country artisans, or from the cities, where Islamic tenets compose the cultural foundation. All of these works are thus endowed with a spiritually charged significance that determines their functions and ensures their remarkable beauty.
This in-depth study is made complete with guidance on Moroccan arts and crafts from expert collectors and a revealing analysis of the belief systems, festivals, and ceremonies that inform the predominant techniques and visual motifs of Moroccan art. 200 illustrations, 151 in color
Dr. James F. Jereb’s pioneering account, based on his own first hand research, examines an extensive range of vibrantly colored textiles; jewelry in a range of exquisite configurations; original leather, wood, and metalwork; and an enormous variety of pottery and ceramics. These marvelous objects derive either from a rural lifestyle, with symbols and patterns that reflect the powerful animistic beliefs of the Berber country artisans, or from the cities, where Islamic tenets compose the cultural foundation. All of these works are thus endowed with a spiritually charged significance that determines their functions and ensures their remarkable beauty.
This in-depth study is made complete with guidance on Moroccan arts and crafts from expert collectors and a revealing analysis of the belief systems, festivals, and ceremonies that inform the predominant techniques and visual motifs of Moroccan art. 200 illustrations, 151 in color
160 pages, Paperback
First published July 1, 1995
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March 22, 2025Roennn
December 20, 2016
Love the art and history of the Moroccans. Learned a lot and see similarities between the cultures of Moroccan and the Malays in term of musical instruments. This is mainly because they brought them to the Malay Archipelago during trade. Aside from that, their weaved clothes has a certain motifs that represent their tribe not unlike the Scots who wore their plaids. Their later works on ceramic glazing is similar to the Japanese/Chinese. I guess that being the center where people come to trade, they exchange a lot in terms of creating art.
I'm not much of a fan of the depiction of Islam here. Let's just assume that most of the stuff in here is more towards culture instead of a representation of Islamic teachings. Because religion does influence culture. Should not be the other way around because you can't exactly pick and choose what to follow. Buttttt, not that I'm saying I do all.
I'm not much of a fan of the depiction of Islam here. Let's just assume that most of the stuff in here is more towards culture instead of a representation of Islamic teachings. Because religion does influence culture. Should not be the other way around because you can't exactly pick and choose what to follow. Buttttt, not that I'm saying I do all.
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