Azemmour silk embroidery on linen depicting peacocks facing chalices with balloon-skirted women and other animals

Azemmour (Morocco), late 18th century AD

Height: 22 cm Width: 79 cm (Framed – Height: 32 cm Width: 89 cm)

This fine piece of embroidery from Azemmour, on the Atlantic coast of Morocco, is an exceptional example of the refined textile art of the 18th century. Made of silk on linen, the embroidery displays a complex composition in which floral and animal motifs are intertwined, with symmetry and visual rhythm evoking a sense of order and harmony.

The stylized bird figures, combined with chalices and dancing figures, reflect the profound Andalusian heritage that marked the arts of the Maghreb, as well as the skill of the embroiderers of Azemmour, renowned for their mastery of counted stitching and the subtlety of their color palette. The contrast between the intense red of the silk and the ivory-colored linen creates a visual vibration that underscores the sumptuous character of the piece.

Beyond its beauty, this embroidery is also a historical document: a tangible manifestation of the cultural exchanges that united the shores of the Islamic Mediterranean and an expression of feminine sensibility in the domestic and devotional spheres.

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