
Toledo Swords
Toledo's Last Master Sword-Maker
“Toledo's Last Master Sword-Maker” depicts the daily practice of Mariano Zamorano, a fourth-generation master sword-maker and craftsman at his workshop in Toledo, Spain. Mariano talks about the historical significance of sword-making in the area and speaks to the value that artisanal products instill upon communities. A center of sword making for centuries, we headed to Toledo to meet the last person still practicing this ancient craft
Project Credits
PRODUCED BY: SIDEKICK VIDEO
DIRECTOR/DP: BEN DERICO
Reported by: Quinn Hargitai
Photos - Anthony Perez
EDITOR/POST PRODUCTION - BEN DERICO
Audio Mix: Ignacio Bonet
Original MUSIC: Ignacio Bonet
Project Description
“Toledo's Last Master Sword-Maker” depicts the daily practice of Mariano Zamorano, a fourth-generation master sword-maker and craftsman at his workshop in Toledo, Spain. Mariano talks about .the historical significance of sword-making in the area and speaks to the value that artisanal products instill upon communities. A center of sword making for centuries, we headed to Toledo to meet the last person still practicing this ancient craft.
