The bazaar, itself a relic of the Safavid era, is more than just a market; it is a living museum, showcasing a comprehensive archive of Iranian carpets. Many of the merchants in this bazaar are not ...

A man rides his motorcycle past Iranian handmade carpets which are displayed in Isfahan's carpet market, 280 miles south of Tehran November 14, 2011. Persian carpet weaving is a historical part of ...

The Isfahan Carpet is one of the oldest examples of Safavid court’s art. This large carpet is almost intact and has a high decorative value, with vibrant colors and adorned with an unusual vinery ...

The top lot was an important Safavid silk and metal-thread 'Polonaise' carpet from Isfahan, central Persia, This first quarter of the 17th century, which fetched £3,895,000 ($5.1 million USD), setting ...

Following is a transcript of the video. Hand woven with the finest materials including wool and silk, a single Persian rug can often take years and sometimes decades to create. A high-quality Iranian ...

In bazaars and workshops, master craftsmen continue to pass down their expertise through generations, maintaining Persian heritage and sustaining livelihoods, according to Press TV. Isfahan has long ...

Isfahan, as one of the most prominent historical and cultural cities in Iran and the world, has always been known for its art and handicrafts, which are symbols of the thousands of years old heritage ...