Surrounded by several canaries, Habib listens to them respond to each other by modulating their trills. Sitting in front of his workbench, he hammers the copper and, with fine punches, chisels the pieces that follow one another in his hands.
Habib’s work is very delicate and will take the time it takes. Each piece must not suffer from any defects and he will ensure its quality. The reputation of his workshop on Al Karchani Street is at stake.
Habib was an apprentice and then an employee for a long time, before setting up on his own with the responsibilities that entails. Always quick to work, he spends long hours in his workshop.
Immersed in his work, he is only accompanied by the song of the canary and that of his chisel which runs over the copper objects which will soon be on the shelves of the souks.
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