Encants is spectacular from above and satisfyingly messy at table level. The golden canopy reflects the market back at itself while below, old lamps, electronics, jewellery and boxes of spare parts compete for attention.
Its charm comes from contrast: serious architecture sheltering the most ordinary and unexpected objects. Look for materials and shapes rather than a specific product; the market is better at surprises than requests.
FIELD NOTE
See the market from the upper level first, then dive in. If auctions are running, watch the rhythm before trying to understand every word.
