The yellow door and the knocker - Dar Bouzaiane (16th-17th century) - Urban tradition
Michel Reference
TN 1186
Stanley Reference
TN 1122
Yvert Reference
TN 1167
Themes
Sites and landscapes
Description
This stamp illustrates a traditional monumental entrance to the Medina of Tunis, recognizable by its sculpted stone frame surmounted by a classic triangular pediment. The yellow door is punctuated by three cast iron knockers, the arrangement of which historically made it possible to identify the person knocking (man, woman or child) in order to preserve the privacy of the home. The presence of a character in traditional clothing (chechia and jubba) underlines the continuity of lifestyles. This program promotes the harmony between monumental architecture and social customs, symbolizing the codified hospitality of Tunisian culture.
Size
23 x 37 mm
Colors
Polychrome
Designer
Hatem El Mekki
Printers
Courvoisier S.A
Perforation
14 x 13¾
Print
Photogravure
Face Value
0,37 DT
Mint Value
0,87 $
Used Value
0,29 $
Print Run
5 008 000 exemplaires
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