A potter works at a ceramics workshop in the town of Gharyan, about 100km (60 miles) south-west of the capital Tripoli. All photos: AFP
A potter works at a ceramics workshop in the town of Gharyan, about 100km (60 miles) south-west of the capital Tripoli. All photos: AFP
Gharyan sculpted a reputation for ceramics generations ago, but fragile demand is forcing potters to seek new markets on Instagram and Facebook.
Gharyan sculpted a reputation for ceramics generations ago, but fragile demand is forcing potters to seek new markets on Instagram and Facebook.
Potters in Gharyan face a competitive disadvantage against rivals from more politically stable countries.
Potters in Gharyan face a competitive disadvantage against rivals from more politically stable countries.
A potter makes ceramic pots at a workshop in the town of Gharyan, about 100 km (60 miles) southwest of the capital Tripoli, on February 5, 2022. - Gharyan sculpted a reputation for ceramics generations ago, but fragile demand is forcing potters to seek new markets on Instagram and Facebook. (Photo by Mahmud TURKIA / AFP)
A potter makes ceramic pots at a workshop in the town of Gharyan, about 100 km (60 miles) southwest of the capital Tripoli, on February 5, 2022. - Gharyan sculpted a reputation for ceramics generations ago, but fragile demand is forcing potters to seek new markets on Instagram and Facebook. (Photo by Mahmud TURKIA / AFP)
Businesses across Libya face daunting logistical challenges and an archaic banking system.
Businesses across Libya face daunting logistical challenges and an archaic banking system.
There's also a lack of basic materials, which potters have to import at high prices, and unstable demand.
There's also a lack of basic materials, which potters have to import at high prices, and unstable demand.
Ceramic pots dry in the sun at a workshop in Gharyan.
Ceramic pots dry in the sun at a workshop in Gharyan.
Ceramic pots are loaded onto a truck.
Ceramic pots are loaded onto a truck.
Locally made ceramics for sale in Gharyan.
Locally made ceramics for sale in Gharyan.

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Low demand pushes Libyan potters online – in pictures

They face stiff competition from more politically stable countries

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March 10, 2022

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