Middle East Handicrafts
Iranian handicrafts form a significant part of the Middle East markets. Handicrafts of any country can be seen as a reflection of the civilization and culture of the people of that country. Handicrafts have been one of the first means of human interaction with each other in different societies. For this reason, they provide significant information about the history of various countries. Middle East Handicrafts
Handicrafts are the most original and, of course, the most widespread handiwork of Iranians. What has made this heritage so interesting in Iran is its practicality, popularity and bestseller over the years.
Iran’s handicrafts are one of the industries that have many types due to the great variety and variety that Iran has in terms of climate, people and tribes, dialect, clothing, customs and culture, etc. Perhaps many of them are still unknown. One of the ways that can be done to preserve and revive the handicrafts of each region is to introduce them to others. Thanks to technology, you are familiar with most of them today. In this section, we mention only a few things that have been heard by people in the form of specific categories.
Weaving and textile handicrafts
Weaving and traditional weaving are among the oldest handicrafts of Iran. This industry was formed to meet the human need for clothing and some daily items, and was divided into different branches. Today, the traditional weaving and textile industry can be considered one of the most diverse handicrafts in Iran. In different provinces of our country, the weaving of various types of carpets and rugs and other types of traditional textiles is prevalent, which are among the most famous handicrafts of these regions.
Traditional embroidery
The art of embroidery was formed due to the human interest in decorating clothes and various items such as tablecloths and all kinds of rugs.
The art of embroidery is one of the common handicrafts in different parts of Iran and it is done in different cities with various tools. The most famous branches of embroidery include needlework, tapestry, patchwork and crochet.
Metal crafts
Even today, metal handicrafts, especially the more expensive ones such as silverwork and copper plating, are among the most popular handicrafts in Iran. Artisans create unique works by using special tools and spending hours carving and shaping various types of metal. Among the most famous branches of metal handicrafts, we can mention the arts of engraving, engraving, pen making, goldsmithing, goldsmithing, silversmithing, coppersmithing, casting, jewelry making, weapon making, and sign making.
Enamel handicrafts
Enamel handicrafts are one of the most beautiful dishes and decorative items that are very difficult to make. Mina Kari’s artworks are among
the most expensive handicrafts in Iran, which are made by the most skilled artisans. This art is more than 5000 years old. Mina Kar artists create beautiful works by combining matte colours and working with tiles and metal.
Pottery crafts
Pottery craftsPottery is one of the most popular crafts in Iran among tourists and has a long history. In every region of Iran, due to access to the element of soil, making pottery has been popular since the distant past. In different historical periods, people made pottery by mixing water and soil and making clay vessels, and over time, clay replaced ordinary soil. The most prominent historical pottery pieces are jars and bowls found in ancient buildings.
Wooden crafts
Wooden handicrafts are one of the most beautiful Iranian works of art that have been popular in Iran for many years.
These industries are very wide and many artists work in them. Different cities of Iran have a variety of wooden handicrafts, among which we can mention turning, mosaic making, inlaying, inlaying, and meshwork. The works of art made by wood artisans are very useful in everyday life. One of the most popular wooden works and handicrafts is inlay work.
Painting crafts
Iranian painting crafts are famous in the world. These works are included in the category of visual arts and are considered among the most beautiful works and handicrafts of our country. The diversity of these industries is also high and various examples of painting by Iranian artists can be seen in works of gilding, advertising, flowers and birds, and coffee house painting. Painting is the basic prerequisite of many other handicrafts. You can see outstanding examples of Iranian painting in the Reza Abbasi Museum in Tehran.