SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE, 14 Oct (EUROPA PRESS) –
The Cabildo of Tenerife will present an educational exhibition dedicated to traditional attire during the upcoming Tricontinental Crafts Fair, which is set to take place at the Fairgrounds from 26 October to 3 November.
The exhibition will commence on 26 October with a parade that features two sessions on the same day. The initial display is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. and is titled ‘A Walk through the Clothing of Tenerife from the 18th and 19th Centuries’. The subsequent display will occur at 6:00 p.m. under the title ‘A Vision of Tenerife at the Turn of the 20th Century: XIX to XX. Customs and Traditions’.
Traditional regional attire and peasant costumes will take centre stage during this event. The workshop is overseen by the Tenerife Traditional Clothing Sector Council.
Efraín Medina, the Minister of Education and Employment of the Cabildo, emphasised that this year the offerings at the Fair have been “exceptionally expanded, merging crafts with music and tradition.” He remarked that the Fairgrounds “will transform into a multicultural hub due to the diversity of artisans, activities, music, and parades that bring a glimpse of the tradition and history of our island of Tenerife to the populace.”
Furthermore, he noted that this initiative will enhance visitors’ understanding of the crafts and cultures from all participating nations, as well as the culture of Tenerife itself.
During the first session, the attire worn by the common people of Tenerife in that era will be displayed, showcasing the island’s different regions and styles suited for daily use, Sundays, or attending church.
The attire from Tenerife, while following a similar design, varied in colour and had distinctive garments specific to each locale; thus, in these centuries, individuals could be identified by their dress. The predominant materials utilised were wool, linen, and silk; all locally produced and crafted.
In the second session, the habits and customs of the common people of Tenerife from the late 19th into the early 20th century will be highlighted. Following the Industrial Revolution and the introduction of new fashions and fabrics from Europe, farmers gradually adapted their clothing styles. The country’s textiles ceased to be produced, weaving diminished, and the available raw materials became scarce; fabrics and industrial materials arriving on the islands became more affordable. Cotton, viyela, and fresh textiles, along with new dressing styles, signify the evolving era brought in by the 20th century. Attire suitable for daily wear, Sundays, and church will be featured.
TRICONTINENTAL CRAFTS FAIR
Over the years, the Tricontinental Crafts Fair has emerged as a cultural bridge connecting the peoples of Latin America, Africa, and Southern Europe, serving as a platform for promoting and showcasing craft events occurring across both sides of the Atlantic.
The fair has attracted a significant number of artisans from diverse backgrounds, displaying a remarkable variety of products and techniques, and enjoying a positive reception from the public, establishing it as one of the most prominent and popular events on the regional fair calendar, representing the largest concentration for the marketing of international crafts celebrated in Spain.
Throughout the fair, various festive recreational activities will take place, enhancing the overall event and encouraging engagement from both attendees and participating artisans. Activities will include competitions, experiential workshops, exhibitions, fashion shows, musical performances, tastings, networking opportunities, product launches, and press meetings.
