Sandals Vendor in Chefchaouen Market

Blue painted wood frames the view of a leatherworker seated beneath a woven canopy in a Chefchaouen souk. Late morning sun falls through overhead foliage, casting shifting patches of gold and shadow across the vendor's hands as they stitch thick brown leather straps. The air hangs heavy with heat and fine spice dust that settles on the vibrant red and indigo fabrics draped around the workspace. Rough stone floors meet the edge of colorful rugs where finished sandals rest in neat rows. A wooden peg board holds spools of thread in earthy tones against the cool blue wall. The final stitch pulls tight through the thick hide, leaving a small loop of waxed thread against the rough grain.