THE MUSEUM OF MOROCCAN ARTS

THE MUSEUM OF MOROCCAN ARTS

 The imposing silhouette of the Dar el Makhzen dominates the Tangier kasbah.

Formerly the governor's palace, it was built in the XVIIth century and is laid out around a splendid patio decorated with enamelled faience.
The Museum of Moroccan Arts is housed in the prince's apartments which are indeed princely: painted wooden ceilings, sculpted plaster work and mosaics, all of them exquisite.
A worthy setting for works of art from all over Morocco, which are honoured as prestigious ambassadors of their regions.

The north is represented by firearms decorated with marquetry and its pottery bearing subtle motifs of flowers or feathers, while from Rabat come the shimmering carpets with their characteristic central medallion...
the Fez room is quite dazzling... silks with their subtly shifting highlights, superbly bound illuminated manuscripts with the finest calligraphy, centuries-old dishes decorated in the most brilliant colours, from golden yellow right through the famous "Fez blue".
From the miniscule to the monumental, the Moroccan Museum of Arts is an entire universe of beauty.

Moroccan museums: high art

Moroccan museums: high art
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Our culture is our identity, our history. In every town you can visit these places charged with memories. And discover a heritage of universal interest.

Palaces and riads

Admire the ancient palaces, the riads which have been transformed into our museums. Their magnificent, richly decorated, exhibition rooms are often real works of art in themselves. As is the case in Marrakech with the Dar Si Saïd museum of Moroccan arts! You will be overcome by the exceptional wealth of the collections exhibited there.

Art and memory

At the Dar Batha in Fez, in the surroundings of a sumptuous palace, don't miss the rooms dedicated to arts and traditions, providing a real overview of knowledge. In Rabat, the Museum of Moroccan Art (formerly the Oudaïa Museum) presents unique pieces from pre-history up to the Islamic period. In Marrakech, in the Mnebhi palace at the heart of the medina, magnificent examples of the Koran reflect the richness of Arabic calligraphy. As for Meknès, its Dar Jamaï regional ethnographic museum is an Arabo-Andalusian architectural marvel which houses the essence of Moroccan craftsmanship in all its excellence and refinement.

Culture for everyone
In Morocco, going to the museum is a way of discovering our history and our origins. Every region is proud of its particular characteristics. Embroidered fabrics, ceramics, jewelry, wooden sculptures and leather objects are the pinnacle of our craftsmanship. You can also discover the museums devoted to contemporary art, like the one in Tangier housed in the former British consulate, or to ceramics in Safi, where the national museum has been established in an old citadel erected by the Portuguese.

To remember
Our many museums, which faithfully reflect our history and the diversity of our artistic and craft productions, are always housed in magical surroundings.

Arts and Crafts in Morocco

Arts and Crafts in Morocco
Morocco a country rich in culture and tradition is unique in every way. The arts and crafts in Morocco probably reflect the richness of the country in the best possible way.
It captures the real essence of Morocco, the culture of Morocco, its diversity and the thrill.
The arts and crafts of Morocco are known for the use bright colors and bold patterns. Even in the modern times they have maintained their standard and never comprise on quality. The artisans and craftsmen are highly honored all over the world. One of their most admired expressions of art is their bright woven carpets. Most of the geometric shapes and vibrant colors that are seen in the carpets are done by hand and are very detailed in their embroidery.
Wooden furniture is also their specialty, all carefully carved and decorated with interesting designs. Morocco is exclusive in jewelry making as well, having their own exclusive styles. Arts and crafts in Morocco also include ceramics, sculpture, painting and calligraphy. The ceramics generally made of mosaic are very elaborately decorated and some of surely make a stunning sight.
Most of these Moroccan arts and crafts can be found in the local markets and make wonderful gift items. Some of the historical art works are displayed in the various art galleries and museums of Morocco like:
  -  The Qoubba Art gallery
  -  The Marrakesh Art Gallery
  -  Galerie Delacroix inTangier
  -  Atelier Hassan el Kass in Essaouira
You can get a glimpse of the arts and crafts in Morocco in your travels around the country. It exists in the very essence of Morocco capturing the spirit of the country, its diversity and enthusiasm.