The Role of Ghiyas-uddin in Textile Industry during Safavid Era

Abstract

During the Safavid period, Iranian weavers in cities such as Yazd, Isfahan, Kashan, Rasht, Mashhad, Qom and Tabriz could create the most important and largest centers for silk weaving. In this era, Yazd was known for a special fabric weaving called Dibaj which was woven at times with golden yarns. As there was a high level of competition among countries, Ghiyas-uddin and his family had a great opportunity to achieve beautiful designs during the Safavid period. The aim of this research is to investigate the textile art in the Safavid period and the role of Ghiyas in flourishing this art. This study is based on a descriptive-analytical method, and the data collection has been done through library studies.