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Craftsmanship of Ehrami fabric from Khuzestan Province
In the past, a type of ehrami fabric was produced without any pattern and was used as clothing for Ihram during the Islamic pilgrimage of Hajj. Today, however, Ehrami fabrics are woven in various sizes and forms, including prayer rugs, doormats, bed covers, bags, and similar products. In Yazd Province, a fabric called ‘harami’ is produced, and in Ilam, another type known as ‘Ihram’ is woven. These fabrics differ from the Ehrami of Khuzestan Province in terms of material, design, pattern, size, and color.
The motifs, colors, and designs of Ehrami fabrics are inspired by the memory of the weaver. There are no pre-made designs; instead, they are typically created based on a general form. Due to the technique used in making Ehrami, cursive patterns cannot be applied; the designs are geometric and symmetrical. The most common motifs found in Khuzestan’s Ehrami include diamonds, pines, double diamonds, and simple stripes. The motifs of Ehrami are reminiscent of those found in the pottery of the ancient Susa civilization, dating back hundreds of years.
Bright and vibrant colors such as red, yellow, blue, green, and white are commonly used in Ehrami fabrics. Today, most of these products measure either 70 by 110 centimeters or 100 by 150 centimeters. The traditional textile machine used for weaving is installed and fixed in the workshop, with the warp yarns arranged horizontally. Like many other textile machines, most of its parts are made from wood. The cities of Shushtar, Dezful, Behbahan, Susangerd, and Masjed Soleyman are some of the most important centers for Ehrami production.