Zagora
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-006721
A type of heavy, coarse wool fabric traditionally hand-woven by Berber artisans in the Zagora region of Morocco. Characterized by its durability and rustic texture, it is produced on traditional looms using undyed or naturally dyed wool from local sheep breeds. The fabric is primarily used to create durable goods such as rugs, blankets, saddlebags, and traditional North African garments like the djellaba.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-006721 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Textile production |
| Translations | German: Zagora; Spanish: Zagora; French: Zagora |
Record as JSON
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