Long before eco-aware contractors and furniture designers discovered the versatility of bamboo, the humble plant was used to make simple household items, like baskets.
An artisan crafting a basket intended for storing fish at a factory in Teluk Intan, Perak. — Photos: MAHIZZAN FADZIL
When segmented into smaller sections, it becomes flexible but retains its durability, making it an ideal raw material for baskets, mats, and furniture.Travel 50km south of Beruas to Telok Intan, and one will find a factory dedicated to making baskets from bamboo, primarily for transporting fish to market.
As consumers become more informed and environmentally conscious, there’s a growing preference for natural products. The younger generation, lured by the promise of urban living and modern jobs, often show little interest in continuing these traditional crafts.The decline of basket weaving is one of many traditional crafts at risk in Perak. The state, rich in culture and history, offers glimpses into a rustic way of life that’s fast receding.
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