تونس
Tunisia
[T] Rida’ biskri, Djerba, Tunisia, circa1900. One end of this bridal garment, worn by Jewish and Muslim women, and made with cotton, silk and metallic threads, is elaborately adorned with symbols offering protection, fertility, and prosperity. © Des Brambley. [L] Tunisian weaver. © Dan and Dara Brewster [T-T-B] Bakhnoug, Tunisia, mid 20 th century. Handwoven womanʹs mantle piece, likely using henna and indigo to create the tie-dye effect. The symbolism on a piece like this is purported to be deeply personal, and understood only by the woman who created it. © Des Brambley. Djerba. © JR Harris. Tunisian textiles. © Dan and Dara Brewster
A woman wearing an ‘ajar, 1926. © Smith Archive
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