Interview with ATS on the Shu Trade in Garam Chashma
Abstract
This interview with ATS, conducted in Garam Chashma town, features a seasoned trader discussing the evolution of the Shu trade. The conversation covers traditional practices, from home based weaving, carding, and full-scale production to the historic role of Shu in community livelihoods and education. The trader reflects on how trade once enriched families and communities, the transition from handmade to MAKhine-based components, and how market dynamics like cash versus commodity exchanges have affected Shu quality and profitability.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Crafts
Textile
and Design
Fashion and Cultural Textiles
Software Engineering and Design Patterns
Publication details
- Journal / source
- The British Museum
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN