SILVER DAMASCENE OF MEKNES

since 14th Century

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PLATES

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Handmade Moroccan Damascene Silver Inlay Decorative Plate – Rare Hand Engraved Metal Wall Art from Meknes 4

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FIGURINES

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VASES

Handmade Moroccan Damascene Pitcher Vase – Silver Inlay Metal Ewer, Luxury Decorative Jug, Artisan Home Decor from Meknes5 -1-

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RARE

Handmade Damascene Horse Stirrups – Silver Inlay Equestrian Decor – Decorative Metal Saddle Stirrups – Moroccan Artisan Wall Art 2

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PRESS INTERVIEW

A LEGACY :THESE ARE NOT PRODUCTS — THEY ARE STORIES,
CARRIED THROUGH GENERATIONS, KEEPING ALIVE A LEGACY THAT BEGAN CENTURIES AGO.

A LIVING HERITAGE : YOU WON’T FIND THIS WORK ANYWHERE ELSE —
IT IS A LIVING PART OF MOROCCAN HISTORY, HANDMADE IN MEKNÈS BY US ONE OF ONLY NINE REMAINING DAMASCENE MASTERS

AN ART OF TIME :EVERY DETAIL IS SHAPED, ENGRAVED, AND POLISHED BY HAND.
NOT BECAUSE IT MUST BE — BUT BECAUSE IT DESERVES TO BE

“PROJECT MALEEM” FULL PROCESS

HICHAM ESSAIDI WAS CHOSEN BY THE MINISTRY OF MOROCCAN CRAFTS TO REPRESENT THE ANCIENT ART OF DAMASCENING UNDER PROJECT MALEEM — A NATIONAL EFFORT TO PRESERVE TRADITIONAL SKILLS THAT ARE DISAPPEARING

ONLY NINE MASTERS IN THE ENTIRE WORLD STILL KEEP THIS RARE TRADITION ALIVE.
WE ARE HONORED TO BE ONE OF THEM

WATCH THE VIDEO TO DISCOVER THE FULL PROCESS —
THE ART, THE PATIENCE, AND THE HUMAN TOUCH BEHIND EVERY CREATION

WHAT IS DAMASCENING ?

DAMASCENING IS AN ARTISANAL TECHNIQUE THAT CONSISTS OF INLAYING FINE WIRES OF GOLD, SILVER, OR COPPER ONTO A METAL SURFACE—USUALLY STEEL—TO CREATE INTRICATE DECORATIVE PATTERNS.
THE RESULT OF THIS INLAY WORK IS KNOWN AS DAMASQUINURE.

THIS TECHNIQUE, HIGHLY VALUED IN MOROCCO, IS PRACTICED EXCLUSIVELY IN THE CITY OF MEKNES. IT HAS TRADITIONALLY BEEN USED TO ADORN STIRRUPS, SWORDS, AND OTHER OBJECTS, AS WELL AS TO DECORATE PLATES, VASES, AND JEWELRY.

TODAY, THIS ANCIENT ART IS A HERITAGE CRAFT AT RISK OF DISAPPEARING. MEKNES REMAINS ONE OF THE LAST PLACES IN THE WORLD WHERE A FEW MASTER ARTISANS (MAALEMS) STILL KEEP THE TRADITION ALIVE—ONLY NINE MASTERS REMAIN, AND WE ARE PROUD TO BE AMONG THEM.

OWN A PIECE OF THE STORY BEFORE IT BECOMES HISTORY.

DAMASCENE JARS. ANIMALS. VASES. CANDLESTICKS. CUPS. PLATES. JEWLERY… AND MORE.

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DAMASCENE ART THAT TELLS A STORY — OVER 45 YEARS OF HERITAGE, PRECISION, AND MASTER CRAFTSMANSHIP.

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CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY

EACH PIECE COMES WITH A SIGNED CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY, PERSONALLY VERIFIED BY HICHAM ESSAIDI, MASTER DAMASCENE ARTISAN.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About the Craft

Is this item really handmade?

Yes. Every piece is made entirely by hand in Morocco using the ancient silver damascene technique. No machines, molds, or mass production are involved. Each silver line is individually inlaid into steel.

Are you the artisan or a reseller?

I am the artisan. I come from a family of damascene masters. I personally create or oversee each piece using techniques passed down through generations.

Is this technique rare?

Yes. Today, there are only nine artisans left worldwide who still practice authentic silver damascene entirely by hand. This art dates back to the 14th century and is considered endangered.

Creation & Authenticity

How long does it take to make one piece?

Depending on the design, each piece takes several weeks to complete. The process is slow by nature and cannot be rushed without compromising the craft.

Will my piece look exactly like the photos?

Each piece is handmade, so no two are ever identical. Small variations are natural and are part of what makes your piece unique and authentic.

Gifting & Meaning

Is this suitable as a gift?

Absolutely. These pieces are often chosen as meaningful gifts for weddings, anniversaries, housewarmings, or collectors. They carry history, symbolism, and craftsmanship beyond decoration.

Care & Shipping

How do I care for my damascene piece?

Simply wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid water, chemicals, or abrasive materials to preserve the silver inlay and steel finish.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes. I ship worldwide with careful, protective packaging to ensure your piece arrives safely.