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Afghan Calligrapher Keeps Ancient Art Alive With His Brush

3rd January, 2021 · admin

Abdul Hakim Karimizada is one of just a few artists in the city of Herat who are trained in traditional Islamic calligraphy. He recently displayed his work in an exhibition dedicated to themes of peace, love, and unity. Afghanistan hopes to register its form of calligraphy with UNESCO, but there are fears that the centuries-old tradition might be dying out.

Posted in Art and Culture | Tags: Calligraphy in Afghanistan, Herat |
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