Leyla Aliyeva, Vice President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, has attended the opening of the exhibition titled "Azerbaijan Carpets – From Tradition to Modern Art" at the Museum of Ethnography in Budapest.
According to the Operative Information Center-OMM, the exhibition, organized at the initiative of Leyla Aliyeva, showcases rare historical carpets dating from the 17th to the 20th centuries. The collection also features traditional textiles, national costumes, jewelry, carpet sketches, and contemporary artworks.
Since its opening on June 25, visitors have had the opportunity to explore the unique carpet-weaving traditions of Garabagh, Shirvan, Baku, and other historical regions, characterized by intricate floral and geometric ornaments and exceptional craftsmanship. The exhibition includes works and sketches by People's Artists Latif Karimov and Eldar Mikayilzade, as well as contemporary artistic explorations by the artist CHINGIZ and multidisciplinary artist Madina Gasimova, whose work focuses on the intersection of material, memory, and visual structure.
The central conceptual theme of the exhibition is the transformation of traditional ornamental language into contemporary artistic expression. By presenting historical carpets alongside modern art pieces, the exhibition highlights the enduring relevance, aesthetic power, and cultural significance of Azerbaijani textile traditions across time.
The display of these rare exhibits, which represent one of Azerbaijan's most significant artistic legacies, provides visitors with a comprehensive and memorable impression of the nation's rich cultural heritage. The exhibition, organized through the collaboration of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Hungary, the Museum of Ethnography in Hungary, and the Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum, will run until July 26.
The Heydar Aliyev Foundation, established in 2004, plays a pivotal role in promoting Azerbaijan's cultural heritage globally. Through such international exhibitions, the Foundation aims to foster intercultural dialogue and preserve the country's ancient traditions, ensuring they remain vibrant and relevant in the modern era.
