VOICED: Morocco: Berber tradition of handweaving in danger of extinction

The video follows a passionate carpet trader in Morocco who is dedicated to preserving the art of weaving and the quality of Berber carpets. He travels to a workshop where skilled women create carpets using traditional methods. The video highlights the challenges faced by the industry due to mass production and the loss of traditional skills. Despite these challenges, the trader and his father remain hopeful and committed to saving this ancient art form, which is an integral part of their cultural heritage.

What motivates the carpet trader to travel over 150 miles to a workshop?

• To sell his own carpets

• To find cheaper carpets

• To meet new weavers

• To order carpets made by skilled women

What do the traditional patterns in the carpets often represent?

• Modern art styles

• Personal and cultural issues

• Geometric shapes

• Famous landmarks

How did the trader learn to appreciate the beauty of each carpet piece?

• By attending art exhibitions

• Through formal education

• From his father, an avid trader

• By reading books on art

What is one of the main challenges faced by the traditional carpet weaving industry?

• Lack of interest from buyers

• Competition from mass-produced carpets

• Shortage of raw materials

• High export taxes

What is the trader's hope for the future of the carpet weaving art?

• To modernize the designs

• To find a solution to preserve it

• To sell more carpets internationally

• To reduce the cost of production