This tapestry depicts a bustling traditional Egyptian coffee shop in Cairo, specifically located in the historic Bayn al-Qasrayn district.
- Cultural Hub: Traditionally, such coffee shops served as central community gathering spots for socializing, discussing politics, and playing games like backgammon.
- Traditional Attire: Men are shown wearing traditional attire, including the tarboush or fez hat, which was common in Egyptian society during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
- Social Practices: The scene features patrons smoking shisha (water pipes) and vendors interacting with customers, highlighting the social fabric of old Islamic Cairo.
- بين القصرين: Bayn Al-Qasrayn (meaning "Between the Two Palaces").
- Gobelin-style wall hanging tapestry made of:
- Fabric: Typically made from a durable woven blend of cotton, viscose, and polyester.
- Technique: It is often a Jacquard-woven textile, which gives the image a textured, "acoustic elegance" rather than being a flat print.
- Size:Approximately 130 cm x 98 cm (51" x 38").
Bayn Al-Qasrayn
SKU: 1
EGP 10,999.00Price
