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Damascene artisans

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The art of damascening has been known for centuries in Egypt, Greece, Rome, Arabia, and Japan. In Spain, it became widely popular during the era of Al Andalus. By the 15th century, damascening gained prominence in Europe, with Toledo emerging as the epicenter of the industry—a status it continues to hold today. Damascening involves the intricate process of inlaying different metals, typically gold or silver, into a darkly oxidized steel background to create elaborate patterns. In Toledo, you’ll find no craft or gift shop without beautiful damascene pieces on display. Some shops even allow you to watch artisans skillfully at work.

Info & Location

City/Province: Toledo

Type of Experience: Islamic heritage

Where: The historic center of Toledo is full of shops with handcrafted objects made with the Damascene technique.

Type of shop:

  • Artisans and traditional
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