Christmas Tatreez Plate

The Tatreez Plate handmade by Marihan Khoury is a unique and beautiful representation of Palestinian culture through the art of embroidery. Marihan Khoury, a Palestinian artisan, creates these intricate plates using traditional tatreez, a form of hand-stitched embroidery passed down through generations. The tatreez technique involves stitching detailed geometric patterns and motifs, often inspired by the natural world, such as flowers, birds, and trees, as well as symbols of Palestinian heritage.

The plates made of ceramic and are adorned with these beautiful embroidered designs. The embroidery on the plates is not done with thread in the traditional sense, but rather, the designs are hand-painted, mimicking the patterns of tatreez. This fusion of textile art and ceramics creates an elegant, timeless piece of craftsmanship that celebrates Palestinian identity.

Marihan Khoury’s work is deeply connected to her heritage and the preservation of Palestinian traditions. By combining the age-old art of tatreez with contemporary forms like ceramic plates, Khoury helps to keep the cultural art form alive while also making it accessible to the modern world. Her plates often become not just decorative pieces, but symbols of resistance, resilience, and the preservation of Palestinian culture in the face of displacement and adversity.

These handmade Tatreez Plates are not only beautiful but serve as a reminder of the importance of cultural continuity, especially in a world where traditional crafts are at risk of being lost. Each plate carries with it a sense of history and a connection to the land, making it a significant and meaningful piece of art.