Elegance Through Time: The 1881 Armenian Wedding Dress in The Met Collection
The opulent silk and gold components of this garment housed at the Metropolitan Museum of America (Accession Number: 1991.55), alongside its elegantly flowing silhouette, underscore its designation for ceremonial use within Armenian culture. This dress, generously provided by Mrs. Fimi
A rare 12-13th-century child’s garment from the medieval Armenian capital, Ani
The History Museum of Armenia houses an early exhibit presenting the Armenian national costume, originally worn by a child. This children's outerwear, dating back to the 12th-13th century, hails from Ani, the former capital strategically situated at a crucial juncture
Armenian dance Uzundara sparked interest among the Chinese audience
Armenian dance Uzundara has garnered significant attention from the Chinese audience. In late May, Tatev Asatryan, an Armenian student at Beijing Foreign Studies University, participated in the 2024 International Talent Show organized by the University administration. Asatryan showcased the elegant
Armenian national costume and traditional cuisine presented in Yiwu
At an international cultural event in Yiwu city on April 30th, Jasmina Grigoryan, an Armenian student, presented Armenian traditional cuisine and national costume. Her attire was an exquisite gown inspired by motifs and shapes of the Armenian traditional dress of
The photo shoot in Foshan, China, showcased the beauty of Armenian women in national costume
Recently, a photo shoot was organized by FUNCTIONZ Studios in Foshan city, China, to showcase Armenian traditional garments featuring Ourfa embroidery. The photo shoot was a confident display of the grace and elegance of Armenian women, highlighting the striking colors
Gems of ChinArmArt collection: Replica of the Armenian traditional costume of Karin in China
The center of Bardzer Hayk, Karin, has been a preserving force for the age-old traditions of Armenian material culture and daily life, particularly in the areas of jewelry, tailoring, lace-making, and national costumes. The Treaty of Adrianapolis, signed in 1829,
Studies on the Armenian national costume gaining recognition in Chinese academic circles
On November 5th, Binzhou University, located in Shandong province, hosted a lecture on the history of Armenian folk costumes and their evolution over time. The lecture was conducted by Dr. Ani Margaryan, a researcher in the field of Armenian national
