Mother of Pearl Dove with Branch Brooch

SKU: 2449

£5.00

Mother of Pearl carving, a traditional handicraft in Bethlehem, is said to have been brought to the city by Franciscan Friars from Italy in the 15th century.

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Description

Gloria Enterprise in Beit Sahour, a village East of Bethlehem is our largest producer group coordinating sales of Olive Wood & Mother of Pearl for workers in around 300 workshops. All of the Bethlehem area is isolated by a separation wall. The Gloria shop showcases work of artisans and encourages cooperation. Hadeel commissions new designs and is one of the few customers who pay for orders promptly. We also support “Keep Hope Alive” an Olive Tree planting project.

Additional information

Weight0.05 kg
Dimensions3 × 2.5 cm