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Syrian Artisan from Aleppo Crafts Bags
The article explores the craft of handmade leather bag-making in Aleppo, which dates back to 1963 and faces significant challenges due to the war, technological advancements, and Chinese competition. Despite the decline in the number of workshops—from around 20 currently— the Mowassi family continues to work with traditional handicrafts to preserve the heritage, relying on manual tools and ancient traditions. Currently, the bag industry encounters difficulties in exports, as the Syrian market previously depended on orders from Iraq, Jordan, and Russia, but now production is limited to the local market. Nevertheless, the family affirms their commitment to the craft and their determination to keep it alive despite economic hardships, with a focus on maintaining the quality of handmade work, which takes hours and remains highly valuable if properly cared for.
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