The Native Landscapes as the Inspiration sources for Stylization of Tile works in Ibrahim- Khan Complex in Kerman

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The stylization order of the tile works of Ibrahim- Khan Complex in Kerman is one of the rare samples in Iranian manner of stylization which is affected by both European and Iranian elements. In this order, also, the craftsmen have used native and local elements. Of these, partridges, blossom bushes and flora of Kerman are obvious. Such motifs are used at Kerman carpets as well. In compare with of Ottoman tile works, it is notable that such art works are affected by Iranian art of decorations. The stylization at the Ibrahim- Khan complex in Kerman, moreover, presents combination of Iranian geometric traditional manner with European manner of plasticsim and shading. In addition to harmony, Design and variety in both motif function and coloring has established the complex of Ibrahim- Khan in Kerman as one of the glorious Qajar monuments.
This article has presented an analytical view of naturalism in decorative arts in Kerman during the Qajar dynasty.

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