The Quran in Gold and Color: Iranian Artist Reflects on the Art of Tazhib
"Each time I gaze at the verses of the Quran, the divine beauty of God's words is revealed to me through the art of tazhib," said Parvaneh Kaviani, the winner in the tazhib category at the 29th Quran and Etrat Festival, held by Iran's Ministry of Health and hosted by Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, this week.
Kaviani added that the Quran has always been the foundation of her artistic journey. "The Quran is the origin of my pen's movement."
Speaking to IQNA, Kaviani said that participating in the festival is a profound opportunity to reflect, both artistically and spiritually. "This festival is a chance to be alone with oneself, the Quran, and the art. Each brushstroke aligns my heartbeat with the rhythm of revelation, and every color echoes a whisper from the heavens."
She noted that she has been a participant in the festival every year since 2014 and has consistently earned recognition. Kaviani believes the experience has deepened her spiritual connection and enriched her outlook on life, art, and even her professional responsibilities.
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Tazhib, she explained, is a time-honored art form in Iranian-Islamic culture. It uses intricate floral and geometric motifs to illuminate the borders of Quranic text. The practice demands patience, precision, and devotion. "Every piece reflects faith, creativity, and reverence for the divine message," she said.
"Art and the Quran are two sides of the same coin," Kaviani concluded. "One touches the soul through beauty, and the other nourishes it with meaning. Together, they guide a person toward deeper self-awareness and understanding of the Creator."
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