An Analysis of the Patterns of the Spell and Amulet Woven Pendants in Sistan and Baluchestan
Problem Definition: Among the hand-woven items of the nomadic regions of Sistan and Baluchestan is a decorative woven pendant. Weavers have used patterns in these weaves that have been formed for spells and amulets in order to be safe from the sufferings of the times and to overcome fears. Hence, th...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | fas |
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Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz
2021-08-01
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| Series: | پیکره |
| Online Access: | https://paykareh.scu.ac.ir/article_17194_3b66c0cff9a6e03790a5e353efbeae29.pdf |
| Summary: | Problem Definition: Among the hand-woven items of the nomadic regions of Sistan and Baluchestan is a decorative woven pendant. Weavers have used patterns in these weaves that have been formed for spells and amulets in order to be safe from the sufferings of the times and to overcome fears. Hence, the question to be considered is how the motifs related to magic and amulets are engraved on the practical handicrafts of life and what is the reason for the use of these designs in these handicrafts?Objective: Since no comprehensive study has been done on this subject, the authors decided to accomplish research in this field. The present article has tried to identify the types of weave pendants in Sistan and Baluchestan, while trying to eliminate the shortcomings of existing and comprehensive research, to analyze and study the patterns of these weaves.Research Method: This research isqualitative and revolutionary and method used in this research is descriptive-analytical and the information is collected in a library and field research method.Results: The results show that the handicrafts in this region have been in the form of one-piece pendants (handicrafts with short width and long length), amulets, cattle necklaces, harnesses and sequin,s all expressing the beliefs of the people of the region. The most widely used geometric form of motifs with the base of triangle, square and rhomb,us. The use of this form and motifs in these textures shows the influence of regional climate and culture on thpartrt of this system. The use of these motifs, along with decorative ornaments,hase been created to ward off disasters with the purpose of amulets and spells. |
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| ISSN: | 2322-4622 2588-6789 |