Straw weaving in Belarus, art, craft and skills

UNESCO: Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity - 2022 URL: Description: The practice of straw weaving in Belarus emphasizes the spiritual value and symbolism of both material and product. Straw is woven to produce a variety of objects such as boxes and baskets, headgear, toys and accessories. Straw weaving is based on folk traditions. and is continuously enriched by the creative achievements of individual experts who transmit their knowledge and skills online and through educational institutions, art studios, craft centres and festivals. Country(ies): Belarus © Digital studio Cloud, 2021 Duration: 00:10:05 - Support: - (0188900003)