Astrolabe Making
Watching the World from the Astrolabe of Isfahan
When there was no such modern technology as the Internet, satellite and mobile phones, a small instrument as the legendary Jam of Jamshid revealed the world for the people of the Isfahan.
Turquoise Inlaying
A Turquoise Chirping
Turquoise gems are inlaid on the surface of utensils and jewelry so that the underlying metal and gemstones form a single body called firuze-kubi (turquoise inlaying), a registered trades of Isfahan crafts
Lock Smithery
A Securing Craft
Lock smithery is one of the oldest crafts of human. Evidence suggests that Iranians have long been familiar with this craft, playing an important role in the development of it.
Archive Handicrafts
Astrolabe Making
Watching the World from the Astrolabe of Isfahan
When there was no such modern technology as the Internet, satellite and mobile phones, a small instrument as the legendary Jam of Jamshid revealed the world for the people of the Isfahan.
Turquoise Inlaying
A Turquoise Chirping
Turquoise gems are inlaid on the surface of utensils and jewelry so that the underlying metal and gemstones form a single body called firuze-kubi (turquoise inlaying), a registered trades of Isfahan crafts
Lock Smithery
A Securing Craft
Lock smithery is one of the oldest crafts of human. Evidence suggests that Iranians have long been familiar with this craft, playing an important role in the development of it.
Silver Smithery
The Silver of Sepahan
Silver dishes have a special position for the people of Isfahan; you may find the decorative dishes or the mirror and silver candlesticks in the homes of the brides in traditional families.
Engraving
The Art of Hammer and Burin
The sound of hammer and burin is heard from the engraving workshop of Imam Mall and the craftsman is busy working. He first fills inside or under the object with melted tar to be cool and firm later.
