Berber DJELLABA – Beni Ouarain Tribe, Taza, Rif Mountains, Morocco

Mid 20th century. Wool.  Approximately cm. 190,0 high (from the hood to the base) x cm. 167,0 width (from sleeve to sleeve). This fabric has been professionally washed. Beautiful djellaba from the Beni Ouarain tribe. Wonderful work, excellent conditions (only two hole in the back side – see photos). For more information and similar examples see “Splendeurs du Maroc”, by Africa Museum Tervuren, page 155. The Imazighen (singular Amazigh) also known as the Berbers are among the original peoples of North Africa. Their myths, legends and history span 9,000 years, back to the Proto-Mediterraneans. They have achieved unity by keeping up their unique language and culture which are, like their land, both African and Mediterranean.

Price: 235,0 Euro

Shipping: 45,0 Euro

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