An elderly craftsman operates a traditional wooden hand loom (نول) inside a small weaving workshop in Esna, Upper Egypt. Large bundles of natural undyed thread hang from the loom frame overhead, while tightly stretched warp threads extend across the work surface. Hand weaving on traditional floor looms is a centuries-old craft still practiced in Upper Egyptian towns like Esna, where artisans produce linen and cotton textiles using techniques passed down through generations.