Investigation and Analysis of the Motifs Used in the Curtain Scenes of South Khorasan (Case Study: Gazar Area)

Popular culture and art is a suitable ground for researchers to know the beliefs, rituals, myths and aspirations of the people of different regions, which is based on unpretentiousness and popular thought, and the expression of human taste and thought with a simple thought without any obligation. A new look based on the analysis of the patterns and forms used in these arts can reveal the message hidden in the heart of the works created by local artists. Handmade and embroidered curtains are one of these works of art that can impress the audience and retrieve and define the rich culture behind various works or customs. patterns on embroidered curtains of South Khorasan is an example of the manifestation of this kind of desires and inclinations of the native people on the white surface of the fabric, which has a visual nature and creates beautiful combinations due to the use of different patterns in different colors. So, they can be examined and analyzed. In this research, the authors try to introduce and study the form and content of the designs of these curtains and while examining the relationship between the designs of these curtains, answer the questions of what types of forms are used in these curtains and what themes have been used in creating these designs?

Examining these scenes, it can be concluded that the effects of the surrounding nature and natural landscapes as well as political and social developments have played a decisive role in creating themes. ,