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The ancient country of Iran (Persia) and its old culture offer some of the earliest traces in graphic design and art.
Today, museums all over the world contain many examples of early Persian graphic designs on metal or clay vessels, seals, ceramic tiles, plaster carvings, carpets, silks and other clothes. Some examples of this ancient art enjoy a worldwide reputation, and designs on carpets or tiles, miniature paintings, calligraphy and book illustrations are instantly recognizable as "Persian".
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