Vivid colors of Qashqai carpets enliven black tents

TEHRAN — The vivid colors and distinctive designs of Qashqai carpets add visual richness to Siah-Chadors, the traditional black tents used by Iran’s nomadic communities. Such an striking contrast, seen in only a few places worldwide, has drawn attention to the artistry and cultural value of Qashqai weaving.

Iran-Uzbekistan cultural ties seen as opening markets for Iranian handicrafts

TEHRAN – Uzbek artist and carpet researcher Farrokh Manhal said on Thursday that deep historical and cultural links between Iran and Uzbekistan provide a strategic basis for expanding cultural diplomacy and markets for Iranian handicrafts in Central Asia.

16th-century Ardabil carpets lie far from home in London and Los Angeles

TEHRAN - Two monumental 16th-century Ardabil carpets--woven in the Safavid court for the shrine of Sheikh Safi al-Din Ardabili--now lie thousands of kilometers from their home, housed separately in the Victoria and Albert Museum in London and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). 

16th-century Ardabil carpets lie far from home in London and Los Angeles

TEHRAN - Two monumental 16th-century Ardabil carpets--woven in the Safavid court for the shrine of Sheikh Safi al-Din Ardabili--now lie thousands of kilometers from their home, housed separately in the Victoria and Albert Museum in London and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA).

Iranian Carpet Art Day marked at Tehran’s embassy in Berlin

TEHRAN — Iranian Carpet Art Day was celebrated in the conference hall of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Berlin, attended by several ambassadors and diplomats based in Germany, along with enthusiasts of authentic Iranian culture and art.

Ardabil aims to become hub for health and winter tourism, governor-general says

TEHRAN – Ardabil province, with its more than 1,800 historical monuments, unique natural attractions, and excellent geopolitical position, is on track to become Iran’s leading hub for health, winter, and nature-based tourism.

Cultural heritage ministry seeks to introduce Iranian cuisine to the world

TEHRAN--Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts' policy is to move towards modern and experience-oriented tourism, and tries to introduce the story of Iranian cuisine, table and tourism to the world.

Rarely-seen Qajar-era carpet unveiled for Tehran Week

TEHRAN – A rare historical carpet woven by Qajar-era schoolgirls was unveiled at the Carpet Museum of Iran in central Tehran this week, as part of celebrations marking Tehran Week, which runs from October 3 to 9.

Mahdishahr’s self-colored carpets manifest natural wonders

TEHRAN—Mahdishahr’s self-colored carpets are a manifestation of the wonders of nature and the unparalleled art of human hands, which have imprinted the authenticity and identity of a region in their texture and weave.

Gigantic carpet depicting scenes of Iranian history to go on show in Birjand

TEHRAN – A gigantic carpet depicting scenes from Iranian history will go on display in Birjand, the capital of South Khorasan province, according to the provincial cultural heritage authority.

High potential for creating global collection of Malayer carpets

TEHRAN—Malayer in Hamedan province, has been the cradle of Iranian art and creativity in carpet weaving since the olden times.

First Gelij carpet of Mazandaran province woven

TEHRAN--For the first time in Mazandaran province, an authentic carpet with a “Gelij” design and inspired by ancient motifs from the Sassanid period was created entirely by hand: a luxurious work that revives a connection between the ancient art of northern carpet weaving and the aesthetics of historical architecture in a new format.

Yazd to host first intl. academy for handwoven textile

TEHRAN - An international academy dedicated to the art of traditional handwoven textiles and carpets is set to open soon in the historical city of Yazd, marking a significant step toward the revival and preservation of Iran’s rich textile heritage.

Centuries-old carpets and a mystery unveiled at Golestan Palace

TEHRAN – In an unveiling ceremony held at the iconic Shams-ol-Emareh edifice within the UNESCO-registered Golestan Palace, researchers presented 20 historical carpets selected from a collection some of which shed light on a long-standing mystery surrounding the palace’s architectural history.

Discover intricate craftsmanship and vibrant designs of Hamedan carpets

TEHRAN - Hamedan carpets, renowned for their intricate craftsmanship and vibrant designs, have a long-standing heritage in Iran's carpet weaving tradition.

Glimpses of carpet weaving in Khorasan Razavi province

TEHRAN – Carpet weaving in Mashhad, the capital of Khorasan Razavi province in northeast Iran, dates back to the Safavid Dynasty, as documented historical records suggest.

Golestan Palace welcomes expert assessment of museum artifacts

Exquisite historical carpets put on show in Tabriz

TEHRAN - On Friday, two antique carpets, transferred from London to Tabriz, were put on view in the ancient city where they were woven some two centuries ago.

West Azarbaijan shines bright with $37m of handicrafts export

TEHRAN – Iran’s West Azarbaijan has exported more than $37 million worth of handicrafts in less than three years, a local official made public.

Tehran museum unveils kilim treasures from 24 provinces

TEHRAN – An exhibition featuring Persian kilim carpets from 24 different provinces across Iran has opened at the Carpet Museum of Iran.

Nomadic arts: discover rich tradition of Gabbeh carpets

TEHRAN - Gabbeh is a simple and colorful hand-knotted textile with a pile of long threads. It is exclusively made by the nomadic people of southern Iran and is used as a floor covering.

Iranian handicrafts eyeing Chinese market

TEHRAN - In a bid to expand the market for Iranian handicrafts, Farzad Owjani, who presides over the tourism ministry’s department for marketing and commercialization of handicrafts, has highlighted China as a potential major destination for exports.

Rare pictorial carpets put on show at Tehran museum

TEHRAN – On Saturday, the Carpet Museum of Iran opened its doors to a captivating exhibition titled “Pictorial Carpets: A Study of Qajar-Era Rugs” in celebration of the approaching Nowruz holiday.