Mohammed Al-Shaar, a craftsman in Tripoli, Lebanon, is preserving the centuries-old tradition of making tarboosh hats, a family craft passed down for 125 years. In his small workshop, he meticulously creates these brimless felt hats, once a symbol of prestige and social status, now mostly worn for traditional events or by tourists. The tarboosh, which gained popularity during the late Ottoman period, has seen a sharp decline in demand due to Lebanon's ongoing crises and reduced tourism. Despite selling only a handful of hats each month and working alone, Al-Shaar remains dedicated to his craft, expressing a deep personal connection to the art of tarboosh making.