Metal Engraving

metal engraving

The use of copper dates back to 9500 B.C. according to the discovered archaeological proofs and evidences. In the first millennium B.C, metalworking and engraving were flourished and valued. Some important relics of that age have been discovered such as Golden Marlik Cups.

Nowadays, according to the undeniable archaeological proofs discovered in different parts of Iran, it is certified that the South and Central areas of Iran are among the oldest centres of Metalworking in the world and Iranian metalworkers are one of the pioneers of the discovery of copper melting in the ancient world.

Considering scientific researches, the historical background of Qalam-Zani art dates back to Scythans who lived in Caucasia about five to seven thousands years ago. Many Caucasian artistic works on gold, silver and brass objects have been discovered. Ubiquity International Trading sources and supplies the premium works of Qalam Zani (metal engraving) made by silver, copper or brass directly from Isfahan or Shiraz in Iran.