Saddle making in Tunisia is Fading Away

The ancient city in Tunis has been known for embracing the saddles market that goes back to 300 years. Saddle makers complain about low demand, stating that such craft is fading away. With the industrial development, only three craftsmen are still in this business.

According to those Tunisian craftsmen, producing these expensive saddles necessitates patience and great skills.

Saddles vary in their types according to the material they use and the embroidery; some of the saddles are embroidered with silk threads and some with Sterling Silver Metalic Threads.

Saddles makers strive to keep this craft alive by passing it to their sons, especially since there is no interest in learning such a craft.