West Bank & Jerusalem
Hebron glassmakers fight extinction as artisans abandon craft
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Traditional glassmaking in Hebron's Old City faces an uncertain future as the number of skilled artisans dwindles, the Palestine News Network reported. The centuries-old craft, passed down through generations of Palestinian families, persists amid rapid social and economic change that has depleted its workforce significantly.
The handmade glass industry represents one of several traditional Palestinian crafts in the ancient marketplace struggling to maintain a foothold against modern pressures. Fewer young people are learning the techniques required to work glass by hand, and experienced craftspeople continue to leave the trade. Without a new generation of practitioners, the survival of glassmaking in Hebron remains in serious doubt.
