Our Craftsmanship

Handicrafts and crafts:

It is considered one of the most important tributaries of heritage, and a symbol of civilization, social and cultural identity, and a vast space for refining the tremendous creativity that is highlighted by the various handicraft products rooted in their source and roots, through design, formation and the artistry of craftsmen in giving them elegance and beauty that translates deep social connotations. Among the most famous traditional industries in Setif are:

  • carpet weaving:

 The carpet industry is considered one of the most prominent textile industries of all kinds and sizes. It is highly engineered and harmonious in colors. The region has preserved this heritage in succession between families, and among the types:

  • Guergour carpet:

Its origins go back to Mount Guergour, and it is one of the oldest types of carpets woven in Algeria. It is characterized by the harmony of its colors, the balance of its forms, and its artistic and aesthetic touch. Which is produced from it, and is represented in high-quality wool, which qualified it to be always present in exhibitions and forums.

  • Al-Hayek Margoum :

 This type of textile industry is widespread in the regions of Boutaleb, and Béni Ourthilène. It is traditionally woven from raw wool. This hayek is characterized by simple, varied and harmonious lines.

3-Freche Boutalbi :

This craft is unique in the Boutaleb region.Freche Boutaleb, which is generally used in mosques, bathrooms and homes, is woven in the same way as Al-Hayek Al-Margoum.

  • The traditional dress:

The traditional dress is still an ambassador of the customs of each region, Sétif therefore ensures that this authentic heritage is preserved. 

  • EL Binwar Staifi :

It is a loose dress with purely sétifien origins, it is worn every day and has retained its authenticity and heritage in every detail of its stitching and wearing, despite the alterations made to it in colors and even the drawing. White color silk fabric that gives a distinctive and wonderful feature to this dress, which gives the character of originality to it

  • Lamlaya :

Which women wear, and it is distinguished by its black color, with a nikab that covers the face and only the eyes are visible, and other clothes are popular in the regi

  • Clothing for men:

As for the distinctive male clothing of the Satayfis, it is the Arab pants, the Joulika, which is a shirt and a jacket embroidered with majboud, gandoura, barnos and chache.

 

  • Jewelry and embroidery

 Silver is a widespread craft in the regions of Setif. The manufacture of jewelry, including earrings, bracelets and rings, is adorned with bright colors. The arts of the models that are given special luster are embellished with a touch of Staifi, which carry symbols that suggest the craftsmen’s dedication, to preserving the heritage from fading and oblivion, and to preserving the potentials of civilization. , and they consider it Bearer of heritage connotations and messages, this type of industry has become extremely important to support the economic sector and promote the products of the tourism sector from a cultural, social and heritage angle.

  • Clay and ceramic craftsmanship :
  • These industries in Setif always attract the attention of families and craftsmen, and it is a message to express the importance of this important heritage of which they are proud, because it is part of its landmarks and symbol of its symbols, which is a civilized civilization passport, with all its human, heritage and historical dimensions, as well as It attracts the attention of tourists and visitors. The women and men excel in making wonderful clay products that express the traditions and customs of the region since ancient times, including pots and bowls of various sizes, milk and water vessels, cisterns of water of different sizes, decorative vases and others. Decorated with simple geometric shapes compatible with different barbarian symbols, it usually refers to the seasons, planting and prevailing social beliefs, and some decorations bear fine lines.
  • wood craftsmanship

 Wood crafts or the making of materials from wood, which is represented in household utensils, bowls and other wooden products

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