Village Artisanal, Artisan marketplace in Lomé, Togo.
The Village Artisanal is a crafts center in Lomé where traditional items such as textiles, carvings, baskets, and leather goods are made. Each artisan operates an individual workshop space using local materials and techniques.
The center was created to preserve traditional crafting methods and allow artisans to connect directly with buyers. It grew into an important location where local art forms are safeguarded and shared.
The artisans here practice inherited techniques passed down through generations, shaping the community's daily creative life. Their work in weaving, woodcarving, and leather crafting keeps local artistic traditions alive.
The marketplace sits in central Lomé and is easy to reach on foot, with open spaces to explore individual workshops. It helps to come with small bills since many artisans have fixed prices for their goods.
Visitors can watch the entire creation process from raw materials to finished items, offering a rare look at how local crafts come together. This openness allows direct conversation with makers about their work and what drives their craft.
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