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2024-10-18 18:04
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.
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2024-08-28 22:43
Pelas Bafi: a glimpse into traditional weaving artistry
TEHRAN - Pelas Bafi has been practiced for centuries across Iran and in particular within North Khorasan province.
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2024-07-10 18:25
From tradition to modernity: Ilam’s embossed kilims
TEHRAN - Historically, Ilam has been renowned for its Kilim production, a craft that dates back centuries. However, the embossed kilims (locally named Gilim-e Naqsh Barjasteh) represent a relatively recent development in the region’s artisanal landscape.
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2024-07-02 18:19
Golestan Palace welcomes expert assessment of museum artifacts
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2024-06-30 17:38
Isfahan’s renowned bazaar of Persian carpets
TEHRAN - Nestled near the UNESCO-listed Naqsh-e Jahan Square, Isfahan’s carpet bazaar stands as a testament to centuries of tradition, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage.
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2024-06-29 18:02
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.
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2024-06-26 17:57
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.
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2024-06-17 17:45
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.
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2024-04-28 17:01
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.
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2024-04-13 18:27
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.
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2024-04-08 17:47
By Elahe Seyfodin
Jiria: a lesser-known village of exquisite carpets
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2024-03-16 18:09
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.
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2024-03-08 16:43
By Afshin Majlesi
Beyond dust and dirt: spring-cleaning and the art of purification
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2024-02-20 18:52
Rare Persian carpets on show at National Museum
TEHRAN – The National Museum of Iran is currently playing host to an exhibition showcasing a stunning array of rare and exquisite carpets from the 17th century onward.
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2024-01-07 18:21
By Afshin Majlesi
Interview: expert explores women’s role in Persian carpet weaving
ISFAHAN – The art of carpet weaving has been an integral part of Iranian culture and tradition with many women as its silent heroes for centuries.
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2023-12-27 18:50
Chinese media crew initiates documentary project at Iran’s carpet museum
TEHRAN - A group of Chinese documentarians has commenced preparations for filming a documentary at the Carpet Museum of Iran, marking the initial stages of their project during their visit.
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2023-11-29 17:34
Qazvin craftswomen demonstrate skills
TEHRAN – On Wednesday, a local exhibit dedicated to craftswomen and female artisans was launched in the ancient city of Qazvin, which is situated in west-central Iran.
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2023-11-11 17:33
Iran, Turkmenistan underline cultural harmonies at joint festival
TEHRAN – Tens of Iranian tourism insiders, crafters, performers, and exhibitors along with their Turkmen fellows underlined cultural harmonies at a recent joint festival.
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2023-11-08 18:06
Nomadic carpets to go on view at Tehran museum
TEHRAN – A collection of rarely-seen carpets woven by Iranian tribespeople will go on show at the Carpet Museum of Iran.
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2023-11-06 17:28
Textile history museum inaugurated in Kashan
TEHRAN – On Monday, Kashan’s first Persian textile history museum was inaugurated in the oasis Iranian city that is registered as a world city of traditional textiles.
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2023-10-25 17:23
400-year-old Iranian carpet up for sale at Christie’s in London
TEHRAN – A majestic Persian carpet, handwoven some 400 years ago during the Safavid era, is up for sale at Christie’s in London with a pre-sale estimate of £2-3 million.
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2023-10-14 18:24
History of carpet weaving in Tehran dates 3500 years, expert says
TEHRAN – A cultural heritage researcher and expert has said the origins of carpet weaving in Tehran date from 3500 years ago.
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2023-10-07 18:24
Qalishuyan, a UNESCO-designated ancient ritual, observed in central Iran
TEHRAN - On Friday, hundreds of the locals performed one of their religious routines; Qalishuyan.
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2023-09-24 18:10
Experts discuss metaphysical symbols of so-called Arab-Jinn carpets
TEHRAN—On Wednesday, a panel of cultural heritage experts discussed metaphysical symbols of what they called “Arab-Jinn carpets” once being woven in Iran’s southern Fars province.
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2023-08-26 22:46
Tehran carpet expo: a crossroads for culture, art and trade
TEHRAN – The 30th Iran Handmade Carpet Exhibition, a remarkable showcase of Persian artistry and craftsmanship, has opened its doors in Tehran.
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2023-08-12 22:01
Iranian handicrafts: a cultural tapestry of artistry and beauty
TEHRAN - From exquisite carpets to delicate miniature paintings, each Iranian handicraft tells a story, connects us to the country’s vibrant history, and showcases the remarkable skills of its artisans.
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2023-05-20 20:55
Collection of rarely-seen carpets unveiled at Tehran museum
TEHRAN –A collection of rarely-seen carpets has been unveiled for a public exhibition at the National Museum of Iran in downtown Tehran, Mehr reported on Saturday.
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2023-05-13 20:54
Discover carpets woven in South Khorasan province
TEHRAN – South Khorasan is famous for its exquisite carpets and rugs, which according to the knowledge passed down from generation to generation are woven in different villages of the eastern Iranian province.
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2023-05-06 20:44
Discover traditional carpet skills of Fars region
TEHRAN – For millennia, Persian carpets have been admired worldwide for their intricate designs, lavish colors, and peerless craftsmanship.
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2023-03-17 16:45
Tehran museum to showcase rarely-seen Persian carpets
TEHRAN – A collection of rarely-seen Persian carpets will go on show at the Carpet Museum of Iran in downtown Tehran.