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Minakari: The Art of Enameling on Copper Minakari, also known as enameling, is a time-honored Persian art form that involves the intricate process of painting and decorating the surface of metals, most notably copper, with vibrant and colorful enamel. This exquisite craft, which dates back to the Sassanian era (224-651 AD), is a testament to the rich cultural heritage and artistic ingenuity of Iran. Over centuries, Minakari has evolved, reflecting the influences of various dynasties a …

Enamel is a brilliant art of fire and soil, whose history goes back to 1500 B.C.Enamelworking and decorating metals with colorful and baked coats is one of the distinguished courses of art in Isfahan . Mina, is defined as some sort of glasslike colored coat which can be stabilized by heat on different metals particularly copper. Although this course is of abundant use industrially for producing metal and hygienic dishes, it has been paid high attention by painters, goldsmiths and met …