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7 font trends for 2025: from optical sizing to inflatable 3D fonts

Discover the 7 hottest font trends for 2025, from the return of serifs to playful brutalism and inflatable 3D typefaces. Explore expert predictions and find inspiration for your next design project. Typography isn’t just about good-looking letters – it’s the…

The Shahnama of Shah Tahmasp

In addition to being a great work of literature, in fact, the poem can also be considered a successful example of “mirror for princes,” a popular genre in the medieval and early modern Islamic world intended for the education and…

Bīsitūn Inscription

This tri-lingual inscription has 414 lines in Old Persian cuneiform, 260 in Elamite cuneiform, and 112 in Akkadian cuneiform (Bae: 2008). Copies of the text have been found elsewhere, notably in Babylon and Elephantine, Egypt. Accompanying a narrative scene in…

A collecting guide to Persian miniature paintings

With Persian miniatures achieving prices ranging from a few thousand pounds to several million, it can be daunting to know how to begin a collection. Barney Bartlett, Islamic art specialist at Christie’s in London, offers an expert guide — illustrated…

Persian Language Rare Materials

About this Collection The Library of Congress is home to a noteworthy collection of rare Persian language manuscripts, lithographic books and early imprints, as well as printed books, housed in the African and Middle Eastern Division (AMED) and the Rare…

Typography Trends in Print Art: Minimalist Typography

Minimalist typography, characterized by clean lines and uncluttered layouts, continues to dominate in 2025 as a design standard for clarity and professionalism. By prioritizing readability and focusing on precision, this trend eliminates distractions and delivers messages with simplicity and elegance.…