Handicrafts and civilization has a long history in Iran. The oldest evidence of living in Iran dates back to Middle Paleolithic Era. Iranian art and architecture reflect a 5,000-year-old cultural tradition with a significant development over the history. Numerous artists have produced beautiful items which are known throughout the world. The most famous of Iranian handicrafts includes Persian Carpet, Minakari, Miniature, Khatamkari, and Ghalamzani (Metal-work). 

Artisanal handicrafts are generally the ones to be used in the cities and villages. There is no need for novel technologies and they mostly rely on indigenous and traditional expertise. Artisanal handicrafts are both artistic consumer goods which is produced by insight, thought and culture that is called the art of industry on the whole. Here is a detaled history of the traditional arts and handicrafts of Iran.