"Artistic and Aesthetic Features of Traditional Women's Footwear in Egyptian Folk Heritage" (A Descriptive Study)

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teacher assistant art education

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Folk heritage is an essential component of culture and a fundamental expression of identity as well as a distinguished civilizational legacy, Exploring and drawing inspiration from folk heritage is, in fact, a vital condition for renewing the Egyptian character, One of the manifestations of Egyptian folk heritage is traditional women’s footwear, which reflect women’s personalities, tastes, and customs, These footwear serve as a complementary part of women’s attire, adding elegance and refinement, and are considered indispensable accessories, The significance of studying traditional women's footwear lies not only in their symbolic and cultural connotations but also in the techniques, materials, and decorative elements they incorporate.

This study aims to shed light on traditional Egyptian women’s footwear (known as zarabeen), exploring the customs and traditions associated with them, and identifying their artistic and aesthetic characteristics The researcher adopted a descriptive methodology, analyzing and documenting selected examples of traditional women's footwear (zarabeen) displayed in Egyptian heritage museums, The goal was to examine their materials, construction techniques, and decorative motifs, The study concluded by identifying key aesthetic features that can enrich the field of art crafts.

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