mbine the use of wood, traditional architectural tools, craftsmanship, the core technologies of ‘beam-weaving’ and mortise and tenon joints, and an experienced woodworker’s understanding of different environments and the necessary structural mechanics. The carpentry is directed by a woodworking master and implemented by other woodworkers. The...2 October 2009
Abu Dhabi
ted spontaneously in the context of now-disappearing family evening recreation, during communal grazing, weaving and handcrafting or while traveling in a company; U.2: Apart from groups that incorporate Koogere-related lyrics in their musical performances, only four aged masters possess broad knowledge of the element and skills required for its...4 December 2015
Windhoek
nomination satisfies the following criteria: R.1: The file describes the skill and art of wall-carpet weaving in Romania and the Republic of Moldova as an important element of community life and as a symbol of local and national identity. Its modes of transmission are outlined (within families, in workshops, craft centres and schools). The ele...2 December 2016
Addis Ababa
does not end with printing, however: the textile chain involves preparing the raw materials and spinning, weaving, finishing, printing and dyeing them. Nowadays, businesses engaged in the practice mainly comprise small, family-owned workshops, run by the second to seventh generation of printers. Each family workshop involves the cooperation of the...1 December 2018
Port Louis
are then decorated with two-tone geometrical patterns reminiscent of traditional tattoos and Berber weaving. Men are involved in the sales process, making this a family-based craft that promotes family cohesion. Faced with socioeconomic changes, the women of Sejnane have adapted their craft to modern-day needs and fluctuations in demand, showing t...1 December 2018
Port Louis
rt and its cultural expressions, the viability of which has also been ensured through new creations such as carpet-weaving, children’s books, embroidery, the production of manuscripts, sculpture and festivities. One special safeguarding measure concerns Article 15 of the Constitution, which stipulates that Armenian language and cultural heritage,...14 December 2019
Bogotá
ouli means Zaouli, the daughter of Djela. In a single event, the practice brings together sculpture (the mask), weaving (the costume), music (the band and song) and dance. There are seven types of Zaouli masks, each translating a specific legend. The bearers and practitioners include sculptors, craftspeople, instrumentalists, singers, dancers and t...9 December 2017
Jeju Island
and production of straw craft plaits and weaves by local inhabitants, using traditional plaiting and weaving methods transferred centuries ago through the link with the country’s African heritage. The raw material is harvested from Bahamian grown straw palms and sisal that grow wild in selected areas of the forests, as well as from other flora. A...1 December 2018
Port Louis
ion, research and publication of information about the element. NGOs also provide trainings in sewing and weaving, arrange exhibitions, and hold lectures. Government authorities at various levels provide funding for an educational program at vocational schools continued with a two-year apprenticeship, that leads to a journeyman’s certificate. Cra...6 December 2024
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