Sun-Drying Dyed Wool in Berzeen Village

The British Museum 2026 Open access

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Authors: Ahsan Abdullah
DOI: 10.25420/britishmuseum.31250854
Cited by: 0

Abstract

This image captures a plate of freshly dyed wool laid out in a sunlit corner to dry. The wool, coloured with natural pigments from walnut husks, is spread across a metal plate, absorbing the warmth of the sun.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Crafts Textile and Design Fashion and Cultural Textiles Dyeing and Modifying Textile Fibers

Publication details

Journal / source
The British Museum
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN