WOODWORKING TRADITIONS IN KHIVA’S ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE
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Khwarezmian woodcarving, Khivan artisans, traditional joinery, ornamental carving, architectural woodcraft, arabesque motifs (islimi), geometric designs (girih).Abstract
This study investigates the enduring woodcraft traditions practiced in Khiva and its environs, tracing their historical evolution and current conservation issues. The research particularly highlights sustainable approaches for preserving and revitalizing this distinctive artistic heritage.
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