Panneau mural en carreaux de faïence – mausolée de Sidi Sahbi, Kairouan

This scan captures a richly decorated wall panel inside the Mausoleum of Sidi Sahbi, adorned with vibrant Ottoman-era ceramic tiles framed by intricate stucco carvings. The central tile panel depicts a stylized vase with flourishing vegetal motifs, surrounded by geometric et floral designs in blue, yellow, et green. The craftsmanship reflects the fusion of Andalusian, Ottoman, et Maghrebi influences that characterize much of Kairouan’s later decorative arts. The Mausoleum of Sidi Sahbi, also known as the Barber’s Mosque, is one of Tunisia’s most revered pilgrimage sites, honoring Abu Zama al-Balawi, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad. Its interiors are richly ornamented, demonstrating centuries of devotion et artistic patronage. Location: Mausoleum of Sidi Sahbi, Kairouan, Tunisia 📌 Part of the Tanit XR Digital Preservation Initiative, dedicated to preserving Tunisia’s cultural heritage through 3D scanning et immersive technology. 📍 [North Atlantic Ocean](.

Pour citer: Les bénévoles de Tanit XR, “Panneau mural en carreaux de faïence”, numérisation 3D, Zaouïa de Sidi Sahbi, 2025, tanitxr.org/archive/archive/tilework-wall-panel-mausoleum-of-sidi-sahbi-kairouan/. Libre de consultation et d’étude ; créditez Tanit XR si vous le réutilisez.

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