Moqarnass In Islamic architecture, the dome and the cubic space underneath are joined through the creation of moqarnass. The innovative space of moqarnass resembles the relation between heaven and earth. The dome symbolizes the heaven and the cubic […]
What are the different types of Persian pottery? Kashan was the center of pottery production in Iran developing the three main types of pottery dishes, including lusterware, underglaze painted ware and polychrome overglaze painted mina’i ware. What are […]
Engraving(Ghalam Zani) is the art of carving superb designs on various metals such as copper, brass, silver and gold. Qalamzani is one of the old handicrafts of Iran that is categorized among the artistic metalworking. Its historical background […]
Isfahan Ghalamkari Cloth/ghalamkari Isfahan (Calico Work) A great handicraft of Isfahan which is made with love and interest is Ghalamkari cloth. It is a magnificent fabric with some printed designs on the center or its borders which can […]
Mina Kari or enameling is the art of covering metal objects like, silver, gold, and copper with a layer of glazing colors and fixing and fusing them in kiln high temperature. This Iranian handicraft is among the best […]
