The handicraft sector provides employment opportunities for young artists and promotes the economic development in targeted societies.
Iran (IMNA) - Handicrafts are matchless and beautiful advertising tools to represent Iran's cultural heritage. Handicraft sector is one of the promising and productive body in Iranian economy which is directly related to the foreign capital inflow to the Iranian economy and considered as an effective source of foreign exchange earnings. Handicrafts promote the heritage of a country through the use of indigenous materials. Handicrafts are the expression of history and culture of a country; so, governments must encourage artists to continue the craft production to help booming the industry.
Evidences have shown the growing foreign markets for Iranian handicrafts as the country has gained export competitiveness in the international market. Iranian handicraft items range from inlaid wooden artworks, Kalamkari, carpet, rug, metal works and countless artistic designs.
Iran is among the three global handicraft powers that leads the industry in the world. It has national and international experiences in this regard and has enjoyed the first place in having global handicraft cities and villages in the world.
June 10 marks the World Handicrafts Day; the occasion provide the best opportunity to appreciate and honor Iranian artists who make every effort to introduce Iran's rich art culture to the world. Let's have a look at beautiful shots on the timeless art of Kalamkari by Isfahani artsits.
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