Midnight Leather Merchant in Chefchaouen

Harsh fluorescent tubes illuminate a roadside fruit stand in Chefchaouen at midnight, where a leather merchant stands surrounded by his wares. Piles of stitched slippers in deep browns and tans sit alongside coiled belts against the blue-washed walls of the surrounding buildings. The late spring night holds a stillness despite the hour, with clear skies visible above the narrow street. Layers of depth extend backward, revealing more stalls and the textured stone pavement underfoot. A red fruit crate rests on the ground near the merchant's feet, its plastic surface reflecting the overhead glare. The leather goods display intricate stitching patterns that catch the electric light, highlighting the texture of the material against the smooth, painted surfaces of the city.