The art of poetry in Iran: the shining gem of Islamic arts
Tashir is one of the most delicate and beautiful Iranian decorative arts in which, using natural colors, gold and silver, very delicate geometric and plant designs are created on paper or other surfaces. This art is a combination of mathematics, geometry, botany and art, which has become one of the most prominent handicrafts of Iran over the years.
History of poetry in Iran
The roots of poetry in Iran go back to the Sassanid era. In this period, poetry was used to decorate books, fabrics and decorative objects. With the arrival of Islam in Iran, the art of poetry reached its peak and it was used to decorate Qurans, religious books and works of art.
The main elements of poetry
- Color: Natural colors such as lapis lazuli, arsenic, turmeric, etc. are used in poetry.
- Gold and silver: Gold and silver are used as the main colors and symbols of light and brightness in gilding.
- Designs: geometric, plant and slime designs are the main elements of poetry.
- Line: beautiful lines of Kufi, Tholt and Nastaliq are used in poetry.
Types of poetry - Book poetry: It is the most common type of poetry and is used to decorate the margins, pages and covers of books.
- Tile poetry: In this type of poetry, poetry designs are executed on tiles.
- Fabric poetry: In this type of poetry, poetry designs are woven on fabrics.
- Wood poetry: In this type of poetry, poetry designs are engraved on wood.