Iran Press/Iran news: The 9th International Fajr Festival of Handicrafts (Sarv-e Simin), held under the theme “Consensus and Cultural Diversity,” is a prestigious global event showcasing the finest creations in handicrafts and traditional arts. This festival provides a unique platform for a competitive display of the most outstanding and valuable works crafted by master artisans and renowned designers.
Designed with an international scope, the festival highlights exceptional creativity and innovation in design, technique, and the use of high-quality materials. By presenting these remarkable pieces as exemplary works, the festival serves as both a fair and inspiring competition and a model for fostering artistic excellence on a global scale.
Main Section of the Festival:
Fine Handicrafts: This section is dedicated to showcasing exceptional works of fine (classic) handicrafts, evaluated by a panel of expert judges based on criteria such as quality, craftsmanship, aesthetic appeal, and cultural significance. International participants are invited to submit their works that meet the highest standards of excellence and originality.
To participate in this section, artisans must register on the festival’s official website and upload high-quality images along with detailed information about their submissions. This ensures fair evaluation and provides an opportunity for their work to be recognized on an international platform.
According to organizers, the Fajr International Handicrafts and Traditional Arts Festival has gained a reputation as a meeting point for artisans, cultural experts, and enthusiasts, showcasing the diversity and beauty of traditional arts. Organizers aim to use this year’s edition to bolster international collaboration, encourage artistic exchanges, and strengthen the identity-based economy of Iranian craftsmanship.
Sarv-e Simin will feature exhibitions, workshops, and cultural dialogues, offering a unique glimpse into the artistic heritage that defines Iran and contributes to global culture.
The event is intended to highlight traditional skills passed down through centuries. It also seeks to inspire future generations to embrace these time-honored practices while facilitating new economic opportunities for artisans.
Iran’s handicraft industry experienced a remarkable 53% increase in exports during the first quarter of the current Persian year (started on March 20), compared to the same period last year.
According to available data, some 26 tons of handicrafts, valued at $74.5 million, were exported in the three months, compared to about 16 tons worth $48.6 million in the same period last year.
Currently, a selection of 13 cities and three villages in Iran have been registered by the World Council of Handicrafts as “world cities of handicrafts”.
