Inlaid Embroidery: a brilliant art rooted in historyInlaid embroidery or jewel embroidery is one of the most delicate and valuable decorative arts in which precious and semi-precious stones are sewn on fabric or metal. By combining art and jewelry, this art creates unique and eye-catching works.The history of embroideryThe roots of inlaid embroidery go back to ancient times. In different civilizations, including ancient Iran, precious and semi-precious stones were used to decorate clothes, dishes and ornaments. With the passage of time and the advancement of techniques, inlaid embroidery was formed as an independent art and reached its peak of prosperity in different historical periods, especially in the Safavid period.Raw materials and tools used
Precious and semi-precious stones: diamond, ruby, emerald, turquoise, agate, etc. are among the stones used in embroidery.
Precious metals: gold, silver and copper are among the metals that are used for the base of the work and connecting the stones.
Fabric: Silk, velvet and satin fabrics are among the fabrics used for embroidery.
Thread: Special sewing threads with high strength are used to connect the stones.
Special tools: hammer, pen, saw, etc. are among the tools used in inlaid embroidery.Types of embroidery
Inlaid embroidery on fabric: In this type of inlaid embroidery, stones are sewn on fabric and used to decorate clothes, tablecloths, etc.
Inlaid embroidery on metal: In this type of inlaid embroidery, stones are sewn on precious metals such as gold and silver and are used to make jewelry, dishes, etc.Unique features of embroidery
Elegance and precision: Inlaid embroidery requires very high precision and delicacy, because each stone must be placed in its place with complete precision and delicacy.
Visual beauty: the combination of colors and the brilliance of precious stones gives a very beautiful visual effect to the works of embroidery.
Artistic and economic value: Inlay works have a high artistic and economic value due to the use of expensive materials and the high skill of the artist.Applications of embroidery
Garment decoration: embroidery is used to decorate aristocratic, formal and ceremonial clothes.
Making jewelry: necklaces, bracelets, earrings and other jewelry are made using inlay techniques.
Decoration of ornamental objects: Jewelry boxes, photo frames and other ornamental objects are decorated using inlaid embroidery.
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