This book catalog provides extensive information about the Palace of Shaki Khans, a relic of the second half of the 18th century. In this catalog, you will find details not only about the architectural features of the Palace of Shaki Khans but also about nearby mosques, caravanserais, and other structures.…
This exquisite book tells the story of Rasim Ojagov's life and work and his entry into cinematography. Rich in photographs, this book presents the life and work of Rasim Ojagov based on a storyline, giving readers the impression of a feature film.
This textbook is designed for students pursuing a master’s degree in the Faculty of Art History at the Azerbaijan State Academy of Fine Arts. Initially, it explores the roots of ornamentation, tracing its development from primitive community structures to the ornamental art of Ancient Egypt, Byzantium, Rome, and the Renaissance…
The two-volume "Azerbaijani Cinema Chronicle" documents the filmography of all types of films produced in our country from 1898 to 2018 at the J. Jabbarli "Azerbaijanfilm" film studio, along with other studios, film companies, and television channels. Volume I of the "Azerbaijani Cinema Chronicle" encompasses full-length and short feature films,…
The production of kelaghayi involves a complex and labor-intensive process that is quite specific. It encompasses various activities, including the preparation of silk fabric, weaving, the creation of molds, and the application of patterns through printing and dyeing. The art of kelaghayi production was forgotten during the Soviet era; however,…
The book by Honored Artist Ziyadkhan Aliyev is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the former "Azimzadeh School," which played an exceptional role in the development of Azerbaijani art with its centuries-old history (currently the Art College under the Azerbaijan State Academy of Fine Arts). It chronicles…
The city of Ganja, rich in ancient history and culture, boasts unique architectural monuments. This book discusses the landmarks of the famous city of Ganja, which is known as the homeland of the great figures of Azerbaijan, such as Nizami Ganjavi and Javad Khan, who have honorably inscribed their names…
Musical instruments are essential attributes that reflect the level of development of cultures. Initially, they emerged as signaling tools related to human labor activities. As human thought and cultural levels advanced, musical instruments played a significant role in the growth of a people's ideas and aesthetic tastes. The book describes…
The Azerbaijan edition, herein presented was prepared with a view to providing detailed information regarding this country, also known as The Land of Fire. With more than thousand photos, the book aims at presenting the ancient history, culture, traditions and etnographic peculiarities of Azerbaijan, as well as the country's past,…
The book "Folk Art of Azerbaijan" is dedicated to the wealth of artworks held in the Azerbaijan National Museum of Art. One section is devoted to exhibits created within our nation millennia ago and the other covers the period from the early Middle Ages to the present. Every piece described…