Chambafi art in Iran: a legacy of nature and artist’s hands
Chambafi is one of the most beautiful and authentic Iranian handicrafts, which is rooted in the rich history and culture of our country. This art creates diverse and beautiful products by using stems of plants such as reeds, reeds, reeds, and sometimes tree branches.
History of Chambafi
Chambafi has a long history and is known as one of the traditional handicrafts of Iran. Rural women in many regions of Iran, especially in the regions where these plants are found in abundance, practiced this art. They used woven cham baskets to store agricultural products, carry water and other daily uses.
Chambafi raw materials
The main and important material of this art is the stems of plants, which are called cham. After harvesting, the chams are dried and then divided into thin strips. These strips are woven together using special methods and take various shapes.
Chambafi process
Chambafi is a precise and time-consuming process that includes the following steps:
Cham harvesting: suitable stems are harvested from cham plants and after cleaning, they are cut into desired pieces.
- Preparation of Chams: Chams are dried and then prepared for weaving.
- Weaving: using simple tools such as fingers and comb, cham strips are woven together and different designs are created.
- Decoration: Chambafi products are often decorated with natural or artificial colors.
Chambafi products
Various products can be made from cham, including baskets, underlays, pendants, key chains, dishes and even furniture. In addition to beauty, these products are very resistant and light.
The importance of chambafi - Preservation of the environment: Chambafi uses natural resources and therefore helps to preserve the environment.
- Creation of employment: Chambafi, as a handicraft, can help create employment in rural areas.
- Promotion of Iranian culture and art: Chambafi is one of the beautiful manifestations of Iranian culture and art that can help introduce Iran to the world.