The Continuation of a Craft: Exploring Saudi Traditional Costume

Step into a world of artistry and heritage at Ithra Museum’s captivating exhibition, The Continuation of a Craft: Saudi Traditional Costumes. Running from 25 November 2024 to 23 August 2025, this inspiring showcase celebrates the beauty and craftsmanship of traditional Saudi attire, weaving a story of vibrant cultural identity and artistic mastery.

Each piece on display tells a tale - of hands that skilfully combined local and imported materials, of designs that reflected the soul of a region, and of traditions lovingly passed from one generation to the next. Curated by Kostantinos Chatziantoniou, Head of Collection Management, Registration, and Conservation of Artwork at Ithra, the exhibition features a stunning array of original male and female clothing, representing the rich diversity of Saudi Arabia’s regions. Complementing these are faithful contemporary replicas crafted...

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