Iranian Handicrafts

Handicrafts and art industry represent culture, tradition and creativity of the people of Isfahan. Miniature painting, carving, mosaic and inlaid art crafts are traditional arts which flourished in the Safavid era. Inlaid art crafts consist of objects with small wooden triangles in regular geometric forms. Inlaid art works in geometric patterns are composed of triangles made up of ivory, camel bone, wood, brass and wire. Many products such as picture frames, jewelry boxes, cigarette boxes, pipes and album covers are decorated with this intricate inlaid work. You can visit Qeytariye bazar in Isfahan and spend some hours in this historical yet alive atmosphere which seems to be a great experience while traveling in Iran and enjoy watching and buying these marvelous handicrafts.

   Qeytariye bazar in Isfahan

                                                     

Traditional Iranian handicrafts by real artisans

Handcrafts and art industry represent culture, tradition and creativity of the people of Isfahan. Miniature painting, carving, mosaic and silver beads, chain weaving, carpet weaving, and textile crafts are traditional arts which flourished in the Safavid era. It is highly recommended that visitors make time to view the beautiful native arts and crafts.

Inlaid art crafts

These consist of objects with small wooden triangles in regular geometric forms. Inlaid art works in geometric patterns are composed of triangles made up of ivory, camel bone, wood, brass and wire. Many products such as picture frames, jewelry boxes, cigarette boxes, pipes and album covers are decorated with this intricate inlaid work.

 

Inlaid art crafts,Isfahan,Iran

Weaving

Persian carpets go back 2500 years and have a rich culture behind them. There are of two types: nomadic and city woven carpets. Tribal and nomadic carpets which are made by Iranian nomads have an improvised geometric design and asymmetric pattern made with organic colors. City woven carpets can be made of thread, silk and wool in a different pattern based on a weaver’s style. Today, most designs of new carpets include Lachak forms, flowers, shahabbasi, prayer, trees and hunting.

Weaving,Isfahan,Iran

Silk Isfahan carpets

One of the most expensive carpets in the world belong to Iran, and is the silk carpet of Isfahan. The outstanding craftsmanship, high knot density and use of pure silk make them unique. These carpets have a high decorative value with striking colors and elaborate patterned designs. They are one of the main crafts which has an important economic aspect too. In the Safavid era, Isfahan was one of the main carpet centers. There are some shops in this city where carpets are woven in a golden texture. 

Silk carpet, Isfahan, Iran

Felting

Felt is the oldest textile fabric dates back to 6300 BC and has its origin in the Neolithic period. It is created from wool or other animal fibers that are densely matted together. In Asia, particularly in Iran, this nonwoven fabric has been used for yurts, rugs, hats, boots and clothing since 16th century. Felt making largely belongs to nomads communities including Qashgaees, Bakhtiyari and Arab Jarghoye who mainly live in Fereydonshah ,Semirom, chadegan and Shahrreza  among which, Semirom felting is very famous .

Felting,Isfahan,Iran

 You can visit Qeytariye bazar in Isfahan and spend some hours in this historical yet alive atmosphere which seems to be a great experience while traveling in Iran and enjoy watching and buying these marvelous handicrafts.

Visiting Milad Tower: A Must Do in Tehran

You couldn’t possibly visit Tehran without seeing the Milad Tower which is recently become a recognizable icon for the city. This multifunctional skyscraper rises 435 meters tall is located in the north of the city and is the sixth television and telecommunications tower in the world. The construction of this octagonal building was finished in 2008 by Iranian engineers with the amazing modern and traditional Persian arts. It is more than just a tower. Milad Tower complex is an international communication center includes conference center, Milad tower, 5-star hotel and international trade center. The base of the tower includes 12 floors which contains souvenir shops such as Persian rugs and Iranian handicrafts, VIP and the world’s biggest revolving restaurants at the top in the head structure of tower which gives you spectacular views of Tehran city and many entertaining centers. On top of the revolving restaurant is the open observation deck and its roof which makes the tower the most visited Tourist destination in Tehran. Although it is basically a TV and telecommunication center, the Milad Tower provides social and cultural services such as cultural festivals, scientific and social gatherings. We believe that this perpendicular and magnificent tower is a must-see attraction in Tehran.

Milad Tower,Tehran,Iran

Felt Making in Iran

Handicrafts are an integral part of the lives of Iranian people. One can see the reflection of Iran’s diversity through its art and crafts collection. Each and every district of Iran specializes in a different art form. Felt making, one of the oldest and most enduringly handicrafts of Iran, is mostly practiced by nomadic people. Felt is the oldest textile fabric dates back to 6300 BC and has its origin in the Neolithic period. It is created from wool or other animal fibers that are densely matted together. In Asia, particularly in Iran, this nonwoven fabric has been used for yurts, rugs, hats, boots and clothing since 16th century. Felt making largely belongs to these  nomads communities including Qashgaees, Bakhtiyari and Arab Jarghoye who mainly live in Fereydonshah ,Semirom, chadegan and Shahrreza  among which, Semirom felting is very famous . Uppersia highly recommends People who have a keen interest of handicraft, make time to view this beautiful native art and craft to aware and delight themselves with the most absorbing specialties of our country.

Felt making in Iran