IFP - A number of Qajar-era artefacts, including a clay hookah vase belonging to Naser al-Din Shah, were recently put on display at Lyons Confluence Museum. The artefacts, which also include two jorums, have been transferred to France by famous physician Joseph Dsir Tholozan in 1884. Tholozan moved into Persia in 1858 to become the personal ...

Financial Tribune- O n the occasion of International Museum Day (May 18) and the National Cultural Heritage Week (May 14-22), Reza Abbasi Museum in Tehran opened an exhibition of clothes worn during Qajar rule (1786-1925). The apparel, belonging to the museum, are considered unique for their designs and textiles; also the clothes have remained relatively ...

Financial Tribune- O n Thursday from 9:30 am to 1 pm, Zhiwaar Tour will take enthusiasts to see a few attractions in Sangelaj, an old neighborhood in downtown Tehran. During a walk around the streets and alleyways, visitors will be briefed on the history of the famed places of the neighborhood, mostly belonging to the Qajar era (1786-1925). Rendezvous ...

Financial Tribune- Royal portraits from the Qajar era (1785-1925) in Iran will go on display at Smithsonian Institution in Washington. The Prince and the Shah: Royal Portraits from Qajar Iran opens February 24 and will run till August 5 at Gallery 27 of the institute. According to the statement of the exhibit published on the website of the venue ...

A collection of art works displaying Iranian traditions of marriage has been exhibited in Tehrans Naqsh-e Jahan Gallery. The showcased works feature various traditions and culture of marriage in Iran from the Qajar period (1783-1924) to the modern era. The exhibition entitledAshes on Lovers, includes 11 paintings created by Pegah Valizadeh blended ...