Indian Calligrapher Puts Artworks on Display in Tehran Quran Expo
Speaking to IQNA on the sidelines of the event, he said that he focuses on Kufic calligraphy, especially the style used in early Islam.
He noted that the materials used in the artworks are made by himself of organic substances.
Gori said his participation in the international event aims to introduce the old style of calligraphy to the new generation and also to get acquainted with Iranian and international artists and their artworks.
Born in 1963, the artist’s works have been exhibited in many countries, including England, Germany, France, Canada and Iran.
The 30th edition of the Tehran International Holy Quran Exhibition was launched at the Imam Khomeini (RA) Mosalla (prayer hall) on April 1 and its international section was inaugurated two days later.
The international section will run for ten days.
Artists and Quran activists from 21 countries, including Pakistan, Iraq, India, Russia, Tunisia, Algeria, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Oman, Lebanon, Afghanistan, Malaysia, Kenya and Russia are taking part in the expo.
Quran translation, poetry and literature, civilization-making mosque, family and Quranic lifestyle, children, Quran-based consultations, grassroots Quranic institutes, Quranic education, promotion of the culture of Nahj al-Balagha, promotion of Sahifeh Sajjadiyeh, Quranic innovations, religious arts, and religious publications are among the expo’s other sections.
The event is annually organized by the Iranian Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance in the holy month of Ramadan, with the aim of promoting Quranic concepts and developing Quranic activities.
It showcases the latest Quranic achievements in the country as well as a variety of products dedicated to the promotion of the Holy Book.
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