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ARCO

ARCO

Madrid, Spain
5 Mar 2025 - 9 Mar 2025
Spain is one of the leading segments and countries in the European arts and crafts industry. This is due to the country’s time-honoured links with the sector. This includes its extensive arts and crafts culture. It encompasses diverse crafting and artistic pursuits practised in varied regions. Examples include the production of ceramics, cloth, and leatherwork. Sculptures (including marble), paintings, jewellery and musical instruments are also found here. Also, in many regions, there is weaving, woodcraft, metalworking, and painting. Basketry, furniture, lace, glassware, fans, and footwear are also produced. The country also strives to maintain and develop the sector. This is done by preserving traditions and training artisans. Thus, there are many sector-related educational institutions and organisations. They focus on providing training in diverse arts and crafts. Additionally, such organisations often organise annual trade expositions. Such events allow the segment to present its wares to tens of thousands of participants. As a result, the sector features over 200 000 specialists. Many have a particular focus on luxury-crafted wares, such as apparel. It also results in the industry being among the contributors to the country’s economy. For instance, according to reports, the segment has generated a turnover of 6 049 000 EUR in recent years.