Jeddah Memories of Days Gone By

Al Balad is the oldest sector of Jeddah where a largescale effort to preserve Saudi culture and heritage is ongoing.  Several old family homes have been restored and are open to visitors.  Above a family of antique dallah pots sits on a ledge in front of an arched Arabesque geometrical window design. 

The fabrics of traditional Saudi style seating is often red geometric designs.  I adore the Middle Eastern hanging lamps. They are everywhere here.

I've never seen a sewing machine like this one, have you?  I've seen some really interesting old antiques machines, products, and kitchen gadgets here in Saudi Arabia.