Iranian Artists Bring Miniature and Gilding Traditions to Turkmenistan

From November 1 to 10, the Cultural Center of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Turkmenistan will host a series of masterclasses dedicated to traditional Iranian miniature and gilding arts.

Renowned artists from Iran will lead the sessions - Seyede Sahar Hashemi will teach the delicate art of miniature painting, while Najmeh Hosseinian will demonstrate the intricate techniques of gilding, The Caspian Post reports via Turkmen media.

The workshops are open to students of the Persian language and anyone interested in exploring Iran’s centuries-old artistic traditions. Registration is available directly through the Iranian Cultural Center in Ashgabat.

The arts of miniature and gilding hold a special place in Iran’s cultural heritage, blending refined craftsmanship with the philosophical and aesthetic depth of Persian art developed over centuries.