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The Art of Minakari: Enameling of Fire and Soil Enamel is a brilliant art of fire and soil with a rich history extending back to 1500 B.C. Enamelworking and decorating metals with colorful, baked coats is one of the most distinguished art traditions rooted in Isfahan. Known as Mina—derived from Minoo in Persian culture, which means heaven and refers to its azure celestial color—it is a glasslike colored coating stabilized by heat onto metals like copper. Types of Enamel Art Globa …

The History and Strategy of Backgammon: An Ancient Persian Legacy Backgammon is celebrated as one of the oldest board games for two players in human history. The playing pieces are moved according to the roll of dice, and a player wins by removing all of their pieces from the board before their opponent. As a prominent member of the tables family, backgammon belongs to one of the most ancient classes of board games in the world. Ancient Persian Roots: Takht-e-Nard In Persian, the game of back …

The History & Craftsmanship of Backgammon Backgammon is one of the oldest board games for two players. The playing pieces are moved according to the roll of dice, and a player wins by removing all of their pieces from the board before their opponent. Backgammon is a member of the tables family, one of the oldest classes of board games in the world. Takhteh (also spelled "Takhte") is the Persian name for backgammon. The rules are similar but not exactly the same as Western backgammon. A l …

The Elegance and Durability of Cowhide Patchwork Rugs One of the key finishing touches in any room is a rug. While there are many different types and styles to choose from, a style that has become increasingly trendy is the cowhide patchwork rug. When people think of cowhide, they often picture the traditional butterflied hide laid in front of a fireplace, but modern cowhide rugs offer a completely fresh design perspective. The Art of Cowhide Patchwork Patchwork style rugs involve a meticulou …

Mastering Backgammon: Equipment, Rules, and Classic Gameplay Equipment The game of Backgammon is played on a specially designed board consisting of four tables of six thin triangles or points on each table. The points start from the edges of the board nearest the players and are directed inwards so that they form two rows of 12 points opposite each other. A bar bisects the board, dividing the "inner tables" (or "home tables") from the "outer tables". Traditionally, the inner tables should be …