FLORAL Classic Tile

Unlike some simpler glazed tiles, haft‑rang involves using multiple coloured glazes separated by thin oily lines so the colours don’t bleed — creating intricate floral and bird motifs that are quintessentially Shirazi.

Some of the most iconic examples of these tiles are found in Nasir‑ol‑Molk Mosque (the “Pink Mosque”), where pinks, blues, yellows and other colours swirl together in a masterful dance of light.
Other historic sites around Shiraz — such as Vakil Mosque and Eram Garden — also showcase this vibrant tilework, often paired with calligraphy, muqarnas (stalactite vaulting), and lush architectural detail.

The glaze compositions used in Shiraz are particularly refined: tile makers here developed unique chemical formulas for their glazes, which produce especially vivid and lasting colour.

Because of its artistic and technical importance, Shiraz’s seven‑colour tile tradition has even been considered for recognition as a national intangible cultural heritage.