Tahrouite

Name: Tahrouite
Brand: Anou
SKU: 19157
Price: 20 USD
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SIZE

1m 95cm x 89cm x 1cm — 6ft 5in x 2ft 11in x 1in

WEIGHT

280 g

MATERIALS

Assorted Threads, Acrylic thread, and Fabric for Traditional Scarves

PRODUCT ID

#19157

The tahrouite is an iconic shawl worn by the majority of women in the area of Muoy. The symbols woven into each Tahrouite have special meaning and can reveal information about who is wearing it.

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Handmade by 1 member of Association Tadighoust

Nora Ait Alal

Nora studied in school until the sixth grade. Several years later she married young and is now a widow. She supports her one child through her work at the association. She hopes that she can continue improving her craft so she and her association can sell more and improve their livelihoods.

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