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POTTERY The ancient art of pottery developed for functional use,. eg. kitchen utensils. As such it continues to be a part of life. However, for practical reasons pottery has been replaced with modern alternate materials. |
 
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WOODWORK Good seasoned wood has been used for domestic purposes in the Arab world for centuries. Now, new items have replaced the old and the old items are valued as art and are collectibles. |
  
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METALWORK (Brass and Copper) Household items hand made from brass and copper include trays, coffee pots, cooking pots, and lamps, were designed to serve a functional purpose. Now the transition from functional to decorative has taken place, from need to the appreciation of workmanship. The old are now art accessories while new machine-made items have taken their place. |
 
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STRAWWORK This beautiful traditional village craft practiced after the harvest season provided items for daily use.The villagers gather the straw, clean it, color it, and weave it in traditional patterns. |
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