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What is the handicrafts?

All decorative and functional accessories and products that are made using natural and local raw materials of a region and using only hands and simple non-mechanical tools are called handicrafts. Of course, mechanical tools such as pottery wheels and special kilns and such things are among simple mechanical tools that are made by hand. Therefore, the use of such tools in the production of handicrafts is unimpeded. There is no need for knowledge and advanced technologies in the production of handicrafts. Only learning the technique of making them can help you in making the manual structures you want. In fact, being a master craftsman here will open the way for you. In the past, the title of master worker was given to people who are experts in any field and field, who have learned the knowledge and techniques that have been passed down from generation to generation. These exquisite hand structures show the history, culture and geography of making that craft. Because they are derived from the customs, traditions, style and needs of life, native and traditional beliefs as well as constructive artistic taste. The styles of handicrafts are different according to the geographical location of each region because, for example, in our country of Iran, there is a wide variety in climate and geographical, native and regional characteristics. Therefore, handicrafts created in each region have different colors and shapes according to the characteristics of that place.

Crafts History

If we want to look at the history of handicrafts, we must go back to the very distant past, the time of early humans. Just when man learned to build and create. Our ancestors needed basic tools and tools to hunt and defend themselves. Therefore, the world's first handicrafts can be called tools that early humans made without any help or knowledge. In the same way, with the passage of time and increasing knowledge and awareness, people in every region and place met their needs with the help of hand-made structures, which sometimes had a decorative aspect. Some even started making decorative items and ornaments to express their feelings. With the passage of time, prominent artists and craftsmen in this field entered the field of art and industry so that with the help of their beliefs, customs, traditions, culture, vision, ethnic, tribal and geographic characteristics, they could create employment in the field. Help the people of the region. It is true that handicrafts were created in the beginning to meet the basic needs of mankind, but gradually with the help of creativity and its combination with people's beliefs, it became a tool that today is part of the cultural and national identity of every country and geography. From the famous hand-woven carpets of Iran to the Chinese pottery, each of them contains a story of creativity, knowledge and aesthetics of the people of that region, and we, as the present generation, must be able to preserve the culture and identity of our society. Let's pass the stories to the next generation.

Importance of crafts

The role of crafts in the national identity is greater than the people of each country. Because handicrafts are a symbol of cultural identity, creativity and deep connection of the people of that society with nature. With the passage of time, handicrafts have been able to create various job opportunities in deprived and non-deprived areas and play an important role in economic development by strengthening small economies. By installing a carpet hanger or a pottery wheel and learning their methods, you can make your own carpet or pottery with your own hands. With the increase of such businesses, even small ones, today we see the impact that handicrafts have had on the economic growth of different communities. Today, these hand-made structures are considered as a strong point of tourism industry. In addition, it has been able to act as a tool to educate and promote cultural awareness, especially among young people, and to introduce tourists to the culture and traditions of different regions. This is the reason why museums exist in the world so that mankind can pay its respects to humans by preserving and preserving the handicrafts of the past for future generations. Works created and offered by leading artists and craftsmen can sometimes seem too simple. This is while hours and maybe days and months have been spent to make the simplest handicrafts, so that what you see is created and displayed. Due to the fact that handicrafts are formed from the history and culture of every society, today, despite the advancement of technology and the production of modern decorative and functional items, handicrafts still have a special place in people's hearts and are very important. p>

Types of handicrafts

Iran's handicrafts are one of the industries that have many varieties due to the great variety and diversity that Iran has in terms of climate, people and tribes, dialect, clothing, customs and culture, etc. . Perhaps many of them are still unknown. One of the ways that can be done to preserve and revive the handicrafts of each region is to introduce it to others. Thanks to technology, you are familiar with most of them today.

Wooden crafts

One of the types of handicrafts in the world that has something in common with Iran is wooden handicrafts. Early humans used wood to be able to use liquid or loose foods. In this way, with the help of sharp stones, they carved wood that was in pieces and used them as bowls or even glasses. Gradually, mankind learned how to use wooden utensils to meet their needs and even after the discovery of the element of metal, they achieved this more and more. Today, you can create a work of art with a piece of wood using a variety of carving tools. Iranians, who have been fans of art and aesthetics for a long time, created beautiful wooden handicrafts such as inlays, inlays, inlays, and grids to beautify their decorative and functional items. These devices have many uses in everyday life. From inlaid jewelry boxes to all kinds of mosaic panels and wooden serving dishes, they are all among wooden handicrafts.

Metal crafts

After the discovery of metal, mankind entered a new field of life. Many of the utensils and tools that he needed for his daily life were now many times more durable and quality. Man was able to use the element of metal as one of his handicrafts with the help of his mind and physical strength. By melting raw materials, they were able to make containers with less alloy and give them a more beautiful shape and appearance with the help of brushing and hammering. For this reason, even today, these dishes are considered expensive handicrafts. Among the most famous metal handicrafts, we can mention all kinds of pen-making, goldsmithing, gilding, silverwork, copper inlay, casting, enameling, jewelry, and weapon making.

Glass craft

Glass is one of the types of handicrafts that may be older than metal handicrafts. Because in the past, mankind was familiar with jewels such as diamonds, so it can be said that glass was also a well-known element. In addition to the antiquity of this industry, the beauty and charm that makes people forget to watch themselves after the creation of works of art is highly appreciated. Among the types of glass handicrafts, we can refer to the types of mesh glasses and glass containers.

Pottery crafts

Pottery is one of several popular and popular crafts around the world and has a long history. Due to the fact that clay is found in abundance in Iran, pottery crafts are among the active and up-to-date fields of the society. In the past, clay dishes were very popular for everyday use. Glazed and unglazed pottery are among these handicrafts.