The art of woodwork in Iran: a window to elegance and beauty
Wood meshwork is one of the delicate and ancient Iranian arts in which, by creating regular and irregular holes and holes on wood, beautiful and luminous designs are created. This art is a combination of patience, accuracy and artistic taste that has become one of the most valuable handicrafts of Iran over the years.
The history of wood lattice work in Iran
The roots of wood latticework in Iran go back to ancient times. At that time, this art was used to decorate wooden objects such as utensils, tools and decorative objects. In the Islamic period, mesh work reached its peak of prosperity and it was used to decorate mosques, palaces and houses of nobles.
Mesh tools
The main tools in meshwork are:
- Saw: to cut wood into smaller pieces
- Knife: for carving and shaping pieces of wood
- Pen: to create fine details in the design
- Drill: for making round holes
- Hacksaw: for precise and complex cuts
Types of mesh work
There are different types of meshwork, each of which has its own characteristics. Some of the most famous types of mesh work are: - Geometric mesh work: In this type of mesh work, simple geometric shapes such as squares, triangles and circles are used.
- Slim meshing: In this type of meshing, curved and complex lines are used, which gives the designs a smooth and natural appearance.
- Plant mesh work: In this type of mesh work, the shapes of leaves, flowers and stems are used to create a design.
Meshing applications - Interior decoration: latticework is used to decorate doors, windows, ceilings, columns and other architectural elements.
- Handicrafts: meshwork is used to make all kinds of handicrafts such as photo frames, jewelry boxes, tables, etc.
- Architecture: Lattice work is one of the main elements in traditional Iranian architecture and gives beauty and originality to buildings.