The art of embroidering Bampur: a shining gem in the handicrafts of Balochistan
Bampur embroidery art is one of the most beautiful and delicate examples of Baluchistan needlework, which dazzles the eyes of every viewer with its complex geometric designs and bright colors. This original art, with deep roots in the history and culture of the Baloch people, is known as a valuable treasure in Iran’s cultural heritage.
The unique features of Bampour embroidery
- Complex geometric designs: The designs used in Bampour embroidery are often composed of simple geometric shapes such as squares, triangles and circles, which create very beautiful and complex patterns with creative combinations.
- Vivid colors: The colors used in this art are usually very vibrant and include a wide range of warm and cool colors. These colors are a sign of the joy and vitality of the Baloch people’s life.
- Precision and elegance: Bampuri artists sew designs on fabric with exemplary precision and elegance, and each of these designs requires hours of time and energy.
- Use of silk threads: High quality silk threads are usually used for Bampur embroidery, which gives the designs a glossy and shiny effect.
Raw materials and tools used - Fabric: The fabrics used in Bampour embroidery are usually made of cotton or silk.
- Thread: silk threads with different colors are the most important tools in this art.
- Needle: Special sewing needles of different sizes are used to sew designs.
- Scissors: Scissors are used to cut fabric and thread.
- Loop: The loop is used to pull the fabric and sew more easily.
Dozi Bampour’s steps - Design selection: First, the desired design is selected.
- Transferring the design to the fabric: The design is transferred to the fabric using a pencil or pen.
- Design sewing: using a needle and thread, the design is sewn step by step on the fabric.
- Completing the work: After the sewing is finished, the edges of the work are sewn and the work is ready.
Applications of Bampor embroidery - Decorating local clothes: Bampur embroidery is mostly used to decorate Baloch local clothes such as shirts, trousers and shawls.
- Creating artistic panels: artists create very beautiful artistic panels using embroidery.
- Decoration of household appliances: tablecloths, pillowcases and other household appliances are also decorated using embroidery.
Importance of preservation and revival of Bamppur embroidery
Bampur embroidery, as an original and valuable art, needs support and attention. Preservation and revival of this art can help the following goals: - Preservation of cultural identity: Bampur embroidery is a part of Baloch cultural identity and preserving it means preserving part of the history and culture of this region.
- Creating employment: training and developing the art of embroidery can help create employment for Baloch women.
- Development of the tourism industry: embroidered products can be used as souvenirs and handicrafts in the tourism industry.