The vast Saharan desert shows its palette of faded color. The blue of the ever present sky and the cream, yellows and browns of the endless sand dunes. In a land of harsh climate, the colors are soothing.
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This intricate pattern simulates the art of carved plaster which is ubiquitous in the buildings of Morocco.
This diamond pattern is intricate and is derived from carved plaster with color added.
The camel is the best means of transportation in the Sahara. They are adorned with decorative tassels which also serve to keep the flies away.
This intricate pattern is one that is derived from the hand drawn patterns used to imprint on damp plaster prior to carving.
The tile work of Morocco is very detailed and this one resembles a kaleidoscope.
The windows and furniture in Morocco are decorated with scrolled iron work which acts to shadow the inner rooms of the homes which are built around a center courtyard.
A tile design that is colrful yet muted like the sahara itself.
This delicate screen pattern interlocks and is often seen on the doors of cabinets. It is the color of turmeric spice.
Tiles are seen everywhere in Morocco in countless geometric shapes and colors.
Carved plaster is on the walls everywhere you look. Behind the tents and stalls of the souks or marketplaces in the center of the towns.
More tiles from the Alhambra.
The kilim is a flat woven rug of many uses. The colors are many and this one is the color of cumin.
