Craftsmanship

: 'Lady in Muslin', painted by Francesco Renaldi, Dhaka, 1789.

3 October, 2024 - 22:11 ancient origins

The Lost Art of Dhaka Muslin: A Story of Beauty and Exploitation (Video)

Over two centuries ago, Dhaka muslin was the most coveted and expensive fabric in the world, gracing the wardrobes of royalty and the elite. Made in Bengal, now part of Bangladesh, this fabric was...

Guédelon Castle, France. Source: Atlantis / Adobe Stock.

22 September, 2023 - 01:53 Robbie Mitchell

Building a Medieval Replica Castle Using Ancient Techniques (Video)

In the realm of modern carpentry , where power tools often reign supreme, Christophe, a skilled French-Canadian Carpenter, embarks on a unique challenge. He's part of a team constructing Guédelon...

Japanese carpentry miyadaiku. Source: Fergus Coyle / Adobe Stock.

9 August, 2023 - 01:56 Joanna Gillan

Repairing Temples in Japan Without a Single Nail (Video)

In historical Japan , the luxury of using metal for construction was a costly endeavor out of reach for many carpenters. As a workaround, the ingenious "miyadaiku" carpenters, specialized in temple...

The Guennol Lioness of Elam from ancient Iran is over 5,000 years old! Source: Unknown sculptor / Public domain

24 January, 2022 - 14:00 Aleksa Vučković

The Guennol Lioness and Her Secrets: An Enigmatic Figure in Ancient Iran

The world of the ancient past is undoubtedly filled with many mysteries. The knowledge of the ancients escapes us today: we are not fully aware of the extent of their wisdom and their ability to...