VOICED : Bringing ancient tapestries back to life in Belgium

The video discusses the world's largest tapestry restorer, which serves prestigious clients like the Louvre and the Metropolitan Museum. Originally a tapestry creator, the company shifted focus to restoration due to market changes in the 1970s. Modern techniques such as suction and spraying are used for cleaning, while skilled artisans meticulously restore patterns. The company also develops its own dyes to replicate original colors. Notable projects include a 12-year restoration of tapestries from a Maltese cathedral.

Why is it important for restorers to create their own colors?

How long has one of the collections from a cathedral in Malta been under restoration?