| Egyptian Journal of Archeological and Restoration Studies

Authors:
Abdelaziz, R. ¹ & Salah, A. <sup>2

1</sup> Ph.D. Candidate, Islamic Archaeology, Faculty of Archaeology, Cairo Univ., Giza, Egypt.
² Islamic Archaeology, Faculty of Archaeology, Cairo Univ., Giza, Egypt.

Abstract:
The reign of Nasir al-Din Shah Qajar (1848-1896) marked a pivotal epoch in Iranian cultural history, characterized by a profound dialogue between tradition and modernity. As the first Iranian monarch to visit Europe, the Shah spearheaded a modernization movement that extended from the establishment of Dar al-Funun to the revitalization of the arts. This research investigates ceramic artifacts produced during this transformative era, analyzing pieces that exhibit a unique synthesis of form, decoration, and utility. Utilizing a dual descriptive and analytical methodology, the study examines the ornamentation, decorative themes, and functional aspects of selected artifacts to delineate the extent of European influence on Qajar production. The findings dem-onstrate that Nasiri ceramics represent a sophisticated hybrid visual identity, skillfully integrating Western techniques with indigenous Persian motifs.

Keywords:
Nasir al-Din Shah Qajar art Ceramic iconography Cultural hybridity Nastaʿlīq script Polychrome enamel

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