PRESERVING CULTURAL HERITAGE THROUGH AI: REVIVING TRADITIONAL CARPET WEAVING IN THE DIGITAL AGE
Abstract
The traditional practice of carpet weaving stands as a profound reflection of cultural values and artistic creativity that plays a significant role in shaping global cultural heritage. The practice of traditional carpet weaving illustrates how artistic development over centuries connects historical continuity with social identity while remaining inseparably linked to community values and regional cultural stories. The rise of globalization combined with fast-paced industrialization and widespread mass production places artisanal traditions at risk which endangers the continuation of specialized skills and cultural wisdom that have been transmitted through generations.
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