The Persian past

Echoing the words of the last Shah of Iran addressed symbolically to Cyrus the Great: "We are awake and will always be awake!” Yazad Karkaria and Nauzad Irani, co-founders of PersiArt7, in a letter of introduction present their table calendar the theme of which is Ancient Persia. Covering the period of 6th century BCE to 7th century ACE and spanning three dynasties, Achemenian, Parthian and Sasanian, the pages of the calendar are "adorned by illustrious personalities of ancient Persia and important events which shaped the history of the world.”

Excerpts from the calendar

The result of young Karkaria’s concept and Irani’s design, the duo hold out the promise that this is just a "humble beginning” as they plan to come up with many more creations to "facilitate rejuvenation of our glorious past in all hearts.” Replete with nuggets from Persian history the months are dedicated to kings like Cyrus and Darius the Great, heroes and heroines, warrior princesses, battles and interactions with the Greeks and Romans set against a background of rich Persian reliefs and artefacts, the calendar, printed on glossy art paper, is priced at Rs 300. Those desirous of ordering copies may contact Karkaria and Irani on 9819001422 or by email at persiArt7@gmail.com