Bonnet Makers

Hawran Plateau

Date: Early-nineteenth century

The mèaraka are bonnets worn by Bedouin men. Usually, they are knitted using camel hair, although goat hair, which are esteemed to have a higher quality, or a blend of both, are sometimes used as well … read more

Jebel Heish (Jawlan/Golan)

Date: Early-nineteenth century

The mèaraka are bonnets worn by Bedouin men. Usually, they are knitted using camel hair, although goat hair, which are esteemed to have a higher quality, or a blend of both, are sometimes used as well. Women … read more