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Mīnākārī

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Also known as Meenakari

thumb|An example of Meenakari from Iran.

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thumb|An example of Meenakari from Iran.

Minakari or Meenakari () is the process of painting and colouring the surfaces of metals and ceramic tiles through enameling, originating in Safavid Iran. It is practiced as an art form, and commercially produced mainly in Iran, India, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. Minakari art usually involves intricate designs (mainly using geometric shapes and designs), and is applied as a decorative feature to serving dishes, containers, vases, frames, display ornaments, and jewelry.

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