DAMASCU, April 10, 2016 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on April 10, 2016 shows the general view of the 1st Traditional Handicrafts Exhibition in Damascus, capital of Syria. The five-day exhibition showcases handmade products such as painted glass, stained glass, unique Phoenician glass, Damascene furniture decorated with mosaic and seashells, woodcarving, copper pots and the "oud" musical instrument as well as paintings and Arabic calligraphy. (Xinhua/Ammar)
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DAMASCU, April 10, 2016 (Xinhua) -- A Syrian glassblower shapes a molten glass to form an artistic piece during the 1st Traditional Handicrafts Exhibition held in Damascus, capital of Syria, on April 10, 2016. The five-day exhibition showcases handmade products such as painted glass, stained glass, unique Phoenician glass, Damascene furniture decorated with mosaic and seashells, woodcarving, copper pots and the "oud" musical instrument as well as paintings and Arabic calligraphy. (Xinhua/Ammar)
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DAMASCU, April 10, 2016 (Xinhua) -- A Syrian craftsman shows an engraved traditional dagger during the 1st Traditional Handicrafts Exhibition held in Damascus, capital of Syria, on April 10, 2016. The five-day exhibition showcases handmade products such as painted glass, stained glass, unique Phoenician glass, Damascene furniture decorated with mosaic and seashells, woodcarving, copper pots and the "oud" musical instrument as well as paintings and Arabic calligraphy. (Xinhua/Ammar)