SOFREHS CREATED AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE BOOK
Sofreh-ye aqd Highlights, June 2024
For the wedding season of 2024, a selection of elaborate marriage sofrehs (sofreh-ye aqd) either featured in the book SOFREH: The Art of Persian Celebration or on its social media pages and this website is being presented. Eight different designs of sofreh, with varying styles and energies, are shown. They are intended to provide a wide range of ideas and concepts.
![Sofreh containing apples, pomegranates, and flowers Sofreh containing apples, pomegranates, and flowers](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/pp1DecIMG_2208.jpg)
![Gold and glass sofreh Gold and glass sofreh](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/jj2JuneIMG_4391.jpg)
![Ivory Roses, Red Velvet Sofreh Ivory Roses, Red Velvet Sofreh](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/hhh23JuneNowruzK1a-wide.jpg)
![textiles, pomegranates, eggs, nuts, foliage etc textiles, pomegranates, eggs, nuts, foliage etc](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/hhh20JuneH2-wide2.jpg)
![Sofreh with antique lace, multiple bouquets of white and cream Sofreh with antique lace, multiple bouquets of white and cream](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/hhh13June300_CMYK_Antique_lace_scan_BS-wide-2.jpg)
![Double Reflection, Red and Gold Velvet Sofreh Double Reflection, Red and Gold Velvet Sofreh](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/hhh9JuneNowruzM1a-wide3.jpg)
![Blue White and Gold Sofreh Blue White and Gold Sofreh](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/x3JuneIMG_8058b.jpg)
![silver-plated cake stands and boxes silver-plated cake stands and boxes](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/vv1JuneIMG_8855.jpg)
Boteroesque Hydrangeas
This intricate arrangement in shades of blue and gold, which was inspired by a splendid bouquet of Boteroesque hydrangeas and foliage, echoes a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd). The sofreh is created against a backdrop of an exquisite antique Persian brocade in blue and gold.
![Mirror, candelabra, pomegranates, decorated eggs, flasks of rosewater and handmade bonbonnières mirror, candelabra, pomegranates, decorated eggs, flasks of rosewater and handmade bonbonnières](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/ggg2MayIMG_1634.jpeg)
![Blue and gold antique Persian silk brocade Blue and gold antique Persian silk brocade](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/ggg5May.jpg)
![Ceramic pomegranates in gold, blue and white tones, and a miniature flask of Persian rosewater Ceramic pomegranates in gold, blue and white tones, and a miniature flask of Persian rosewater](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/ggg9MayIMG_1613.jpeg)
![Blue painted eggs, bonbonnieres on Indian ivory and gold textile Blue painted eggs, bonbonnieres on Indian ivory and gold textile](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/ggg16MayIMG_1657.jpeg)
![Mirror, candles, bouquet of Boteroesque hydrangeas Mirror, candles, bouquet of Boteroesque hydrangeas](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/ggg23MayIMG_1654.jpeg)
![Pastel green and pink Boteroesque hydrangeas Pastel green and pink Boteroesque hydrangeas](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/ggg19MayIMG_1683.jpeg)
Secret Garden Roses, April 2024
The incredible, open and ample Secret Garden roses were the inspiration for creating this soft arrangement, which alludes to a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd), on and around an antique marble mantelpiece.
![compact sofreh with mirror, sugarloaves, coins, wheat, and rosebuds compact sofreh with mirror, sugarloaves, coins, wheat, and rosebuds](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/fff4AprilIMG_2938.jpg)
![Venetian mirror, sugarloaves, covered with green silk and fine gold ribbons Venetian mirror, sugarloaves, covered with green silk and fine gold ribbons](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/fff25AprilIMG_2955.jpg)
![gilded coins, dried rosebuds, ivies, and pomegranate gilded coins, dried rosebuds, ivies, and pomegranate](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/fff11AprilIMG_2864.jpg)
![ceramic birds, gold pomegranates, antique lace and ivy ceramic birds, gold pomegranates, antique lace and ivy](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/fff14AprilIMG_2886.jpg)
![sheaves of wheat with gold ribbon sheaves of wheat with gold ribbon](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/fff21AprilIMG_2921.jpg)
![Secret Garden roses and wax flowers with antique lace Secret Garden roses and wax flowers with antique lace](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/fff18AprilIMG_2895.jpg)
Echoes of Sofreh-ye aqd, February 2024
For February 2024, two compact arrangements, which allude to a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd), were designed. The first sofreh has a muted-gold colour scheme and the second one has a green theme.
![Sofreh with a muted-gold colour scheme Sofreh with a muted-gold colour scheme](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ddd1FebIMG_1322.jpg)
![antique crystal and silver-plated vessel antique crystal and silver-plated vessel](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ddd4FebIMG_1341.jpg)
![Sheaves of wheat and an antique silver-plated teapot. Sheaves of wheat and an antique silver-plated teapot.](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ddd11FebIMG_1339.jpg)
![spectacular white and green hydrangeas spectacular white and green hydrangeas](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ddd8FebIMG_1312.jpg)
![single green hydrangea, flanked by two vases of foliage single green hydrangea, flanked by two vases of foliage](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ddd15FebIMG_1103-1.jpg)
![Single Verena Classic hydrangea with the green and gold-rimmed plate of crystal sugar Single Verena Classic hydrangea with the green and gold-rimmed plate of crystal sugar](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ddd25FebIMG_1144.jpg)
Echoes of Sofreh-ye aqd, January 2024
This delightful arrangement, which echoes a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd), was inspired by these elegant, handmade bonbonnières in the Persian spirit, designed for a recent real-life marriage ceremony.
![Sofreh of roses and foliage, sugared almonds, gilded coins and pomegranates Sofreh of roses and foliage, sugared almonds, gilded coins and pomegranates](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ccc4JanIMG_8407.jpg)
![Rosewater, tea lights, ceramic birds, and bonbonnieres Rosewater, tea lights, ceramic birds, and bonbonnieres](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ccc11JanIMG_8552.jpg)
![silver container of sugared almonds, crystal sugar, and gilded coins silver container of sugared almonds, crystal sugar, and gilded coins](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ccc14JanIMG_8403.jpg)
![bouquet of roses and ivies bouquet of roses and ivies](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ccc18JanIMG_8458.jpg)
![ceramic birds, flasks, gold bonbonnieres, and tea lights ceramic birds, flasks, gold bonbonnieres, and tea lights](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ccc21JanIMG_8487.jpg)
![Ceramic pomegranates, gilded coins, bonbonnieres, and tea light Ceramic pomegranates, gilded coins, bonbonnieres, and tea light](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ccc25JanIMG_8452.jpg)
Shab-e Yalda, Winter Solstice 2023
The posts of December 2023 present miniature sofrehs, which include various symbols of the traditions of Shab‑e Yalda, the winter solstice, which is the longest night of the year. It is the eve of 1 Dey in the Persian calendar, corresponding to 21 December. The feast of Yalda originates in the pre-Islamic period and is associated with agriculture. Red fruits, especially watermelons and pomegranates, are important components of this celebration, heralding the crimson hues of sunrise after absolute darkness, and the promise of longer days ahead. It is the celebration of the passing of darkness and the rebirth of the sun. In the Persian tradition, people get together, tea, sweets, nuts and fruits are served, stories and poetry are recited, and fortunes are told, to get through the darkest and longest night of the year, when it is believed that demons are most active.
![Watermelon with mint leaves, on Indian textile Watermelon with mint leaves, on Indian textile](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/bbbDec7IMG_1591.jpg)
![Open and whole pomegranates on Indian textile Open and whole pomegranates on Indian textile](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/bbbDec17IMG_2254.jpg)
![Tea and a pair of miniature samovars, tea lights, roses, dried fruits and nuts Tea and a pair of miniature samovars, tea lights, roses, dried fruits and nuts](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/bbbDec14IMG_4213Cor-1.jpg)
![Tea, apples, tea lights and roses on red cloth Tea, apples, tea lights and roses on red cloth](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/apples-3.jpg)
![Antique silver-plated tray of a mixture of fruit Antique silver-plated tray of a mixture of fruit](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/bbbDec24IMG_1733.jpg)
![Miniature Sofre on suzani with colorful fringe Miniature Sofre on suzani with colorful fringe](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/bbbDec21IMG_4262.jpg)
Autumnal Sofreh, November 2023
This year, for the November arrangement echoing a marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd), the autumnal and harvest theme, presented in October, has been continued. The highlight of this sofreh is the exquisite yellow/orange antique Persian textile, known as termeh, with an intricately embroidered border and a “lion and sun” emblem on view in one corner, as well as an original mirror, framed with sheaves of wheat.
![Bouquets of flowers (Country Home roses and Lisianthus Terracotta) and foliage in subtle autumnal tones Bouquets of flowers (Country Home roses and Lisianthus Terracotta) and foliage in subtle autumnal tones](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/aaaNov2IMG_0818.jpg)
![Sofreh decorated with a variety of seasonal fruit, namely apples, miniature pears and a single pomegranate. Sofreh decorated with a variety of seasonal fruit, namely apples, miniature pears and a single pomegranate.](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/aaaNov26IMG_0723.jpg)
![mirror mosaic framed with sheaves of wheat mirror mosaic framed with sheaves of wheat](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/aaaNov9IMG_0832.jpg)
![exquisite early 20th-century Persian textile exquisite early 20th-century Persian textile](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/aaaNov12IMG_0722.jpg)
![harmonious bouquets softly illuminated with flames harmonious bouquets softly illuminated with flames](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/aaaNov16IMG_0738.jpg)
![sprigs of Eucalyptus and a softly illuminated pot of delicate trailing ivy sprigs of Eucalyptus and a softly illuminated pot of delicate trailing ivy](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/aaaNov23IMG_0731.jpg)
Aqd & Mehregan, October 2023
This autumn, to pay homage to Jashn-e Mehregan and the harvest season, an autumnal composition, which echoes a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd), was created.
The festival of Mehregan (8-13 October), which is an Iranian pre-Islamic festival, is associated with harvest. To learn more, please scroll down to Jashn-e Mehregan, October 2022.
![pears, grapes, mesh, and flowers pears, grapes, mesh, and flowers](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/zz12OctIMG_0570-sofreh.jpg)
![termeh, silver vases, herbs, roses termeh, silver vases, herbs, roses](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/zz19Oct19IMG_0682-sofreh.jpg)
![Roses, Lisianthus Terracotta, Brunia fragarioides, Eucalyptus populus and rose hips Roses, Lisianthus Terracotta, Brunia fragarioides, Eucalyptus populus and rose hips](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/zz26OctIMG_0566-sofreh.jpg)
![sheaves of wheat in antique vase, with mesh sheaves of wheat in antique vase, with mesh](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/zz22OctIMG_0626-sofreh.jpg)
![Rose, Lisianthus Terracotta, Brunia fragarioides, Eucalyptus populus and rose hips Rose, Lisianthus Terracotta, Brunia fragarioides, Eucalyptus populus and rose hips](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/zzOctWebIMG_0598-sofreh.jpg)
Traditional Versus Contemporary
This enchanting set-up arranged on a modern, tiered Perspex console table echoes a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd). The composition nicely incorporates the contrasting traditional and contemporary spirits.
![bouquet of country secret roses, candles, nuts, eggs, crystal sugar bouquet of country secret roses, candles, nuts, eggs, crystal sugar](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/yy7SepIMG_9333.jpg)
![silver vessel with decorated eggs and nuts silver vessel with decorated eggs and nuts](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/yy10SepIMG_9429.jpg)
![gilded coins, ivy leaves, persian rosewater gilded coins, ivy leaves, persian rosewater](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/yy21SepIMG_9408.jpg)
![bouquet of Country Secret roses, and candles bouquet of Country Secret roses, and candles](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/yy24SepIMG_9370.jpg)
Apple (Sib)
In the Persian tradition, apples (sib) are among the divine fruits (miveh-ye beheshti) and are a symbol of life and fertility. This original composition, arranged on the staircase of a late 19th-century property, which alludes to a Persian sofreh, is inspired by an assortment of apples, which are always included in the Nowruz sofreh (sofreh-ye haft sinn) and are often part of the Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd).
![three level sofreh with flowers and apples three level sofreh with flowers and apples](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/xx3AugIMG_8976.jpg)
![sofreh with candles, flowers and apples sofreh with candles, flowers and apples](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/xx10AugIMG_9049.jpg)
![apples in silver-plated container apples in silver-plated container](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/xx24AugIMG_9012.jpg)
![different colours of ceramic and fresh Gala and Delblush apples different colours of ceramic and fresh Gala and Delblush apples](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/xx13AugIMG_9031.jpg)
![bouquet and candles on textile bouquet and candles on textile](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/xx17AugIMG_9174.jpg)
![two candles, and flowers two candles, and flowers](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/xx27AugIMG_9171.jpg)
Ivory & Gold
This soft composition in ivory and gold includes many of the symbolic elements of the Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd).
![ivory and gold sofreh ivory and gold sofreh](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/ww13JulyIMG_7451.jpg)
![tea lights, gold apples, ceramic birds tea lights, gold apples, ceramic birds](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/ww27JulyIMG_7464.jpg)
![flower bouquet and candle flower bouquet and candle](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/ww23JulyIMG_7566.jpg)
![flowers and candle flowers and candle](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/wwJulyIMG_7648.jpg)
![sculptured apples, sugared almonds with gold tassels and bonbonnieres sculptured apples, sugared almonds with gold tassels and bonbonnieres](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/ww16JulyIMG_7452.jpg)
![ceramic pomegranates, gilded coins, silver bird, bonbonnieres and indian silk ceramic pomegranates, gilded coins, silver bird, bonbonnieres and indian silk](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/ww20JulyIMG_7455.jpg)
Echoes of Sofreh-ye aqd, May 2023
This soft and serene arrangement, which echoes a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd), is created on and around lengths of fine antique ivory lace, complemented by light and feathery off-white peonies and embellished with sprigs of soft foliage. The emphasis is on a shiny, silky and subtle appearance.
![Persian marriage sofreh overall view of the Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd)](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/uuMay4IMG_5516.jpg)
![Delightful bouquet with smoked red/pink/green hydrangeas, ivory peonies smoked red/pink/green hydrangeas, ivory peonies, wax flower and fine, graceful foliage](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/uuMay11IMG_5624.jpg)
![Central section of the sofreh antique vessel contains silver and gold finish sugared almonds](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/uuMay7IMG_5612.jpg)
![Gold-finish eggs gold-finish eggs presented in a crystal and silver-plated antique vessel](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/uuMay21IMG_5483.jpg)
Echoes of Sofreh-ye aqd, April 2023
This harmonious, compact yet dazzling arrangement, which was inspired by the bouquets of ranunculi, anemones and Viburnum opulus, alludes to a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd).
![Persian marriage sofreh Persian marriage sofreh](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/ttApr6IMG_5039.jpg)
![softly decorated eggs and tealights softly decorated eggs and tealights](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/ttApr13IMG_4997.jpg)
![Bouquet of Hanoi ranunculi and Cantor black calla lilies Bouquet of Hanoi ranunculi and Cantor black calla lilies](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/ttApr16IMG_4987.jpg)
![bouquets of Hanoi ranunculi, anemones and Cantor black calla lilies bouquets of Hanoi ranunculi, anemones and Cantor black calla lilies](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/ttAprIMG_5078B.jpg)
![glazed ceramic pomegranates on indian textile glazed ceramic pomegranates on indian textile](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/ttApr20IMG_5004.jpg)
![stylized sculpted gold-finish apples and miniature dried pomegranates stylized sculpted gold-finish apples and miniature dried pomegranates](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/ttApr27IMG_5037.jpg)
Bejewelled Sofreh
Many Persian emblems and symbolic elements of the Persian sofreh appear in items of jewellery. This most original “bejewelled sofreh” is dedicated to showcasing this kind of jewellery.
![bejewelled sofreh with jewellery and intricate embroidery and jewel-like symbolic elements bejewelled sofreh with jewellery and intricate embroidery and jewel-like symbolic elements](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/rr2FebIMG_7165.jpg)
![elegant necklace made of antique beads and statuettes of fish elegant necklace made of antique beads and statuettes of fish](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/rr5FebIMG_7103.jpg)
![embroidered antique Persian textile with small trays containing gilded coins embroidered antique Persian textile with small trays containing gilded coins](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/rr9FebIMG_7118.jpg)
![bright red velvet embroidered with metallic threads, seed-pearls and sequins bright red velvet embroidered with metallic threads, seed-pearls and sequins](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/rr16FebIMG_7005.jpg)
![two original and artistic Persian necklaces two original and artistic Persian necklaces](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/rr19FebIMG_7114.jpg)
![pairs of handmade earrings displayed on ceramic pomegranates pairs of handmade earrings displayed on ceramic pomegranates](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/rr23FebIMG_7036.jpg)
Yalda and Christmas, January 2023
In 2022, around the winter solstice (Shab-e Yalda) on 21 December and Christmas, an original compact sofreh, inspired by the traditions of both celebrations, was created and presented on the social media pages of SOFREH. The arrangement showcases some customary elements from the sofrehs for Shab-e Yalda (e.g. samovar, red fruits) and Christmas decorations (e.g. Christmas foliage and lights). To read more about Shab-e Yalda please scroll down to Shab-e Yalda, Winter Solstice, December 2021.
![Sofreh with Christmas foliage and white roses embellished with Christmas lights Sofreh with Christmas foliage and white roses embellished with Christmas lights](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/qq5JanIMG_6841-rev1.jpg)
![Finely embroidered length of an antique Persian textile Finely embroidered length of an antique Persian textile](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/qq26JanIMG_6860-rev1.jpg)
![Shiny red apples embellished with sprigs and holly Shiny red apples embellished with sprigs and holly](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/qq8JanIMG_6836.jpg)
![Oversized pine cones with sprigs and leaves of berried and variegated holly. Oversized pine cones with sprigs and leaves of berried and variegated holly.](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/qq15JanIMG_6852.jpg)
![Christmas foliage embellished with miniature Christmas lights. Christmas foliage embellished with miniature Christmas lights.](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/qq12JanIMG_6833.jpg)
![Shiny pomegranates and gold-finish walnuts with sprigs and leaves of holly and Christmas lights. Shiny pomegranates and gold-finish walnuts with sprigs and leaves of holly and Christmas lights.](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/qq19JanIMG_6856.jpg)
Echoes of Sofreh-ye aqd, November 2022
This delightful serene arrangement, which was inspired by the impressive bouquet of hydrangeas, snowberries and foliage placed at the heart of the display, alludes to a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd). It includes some of the symbolic elements of the marriage sofreh.
![jewel-like pieces of crystal sugar nabat jewel-like pieces of crystal sugar nabat](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/oo6NovIMG_6228.jpg)
![snowberries, foliage, antique mirror, gilded coins snowberries, foliage, antique mirror, gilded coins](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/oo10NovIMG_6222.jpg)
![bonbonneires, gold and ivory textiles bonbonneires, gold and ivory textiles](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/oo17NovIMG_6311.jpg)
![ceramic pomegranates on decorative trim ceramic pomegranates on decorative trim](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/oo20NovIMG_6241.jpg)
![hydrangeas, snowberries, eucalpytus, and ligustrum vulgare hydrangeas, snowberries, eucalpytus, and ligustrum vulgare](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/oo24NovIMG_6312.jpg)
Jashn-e Mehregan
October 2022. Jashn-e Mehregan is an Iranian festival which is apparently dedicated to the god of Mithra (Mehr). See more on http://www.iranicaonline.org/articles/mehragan. Very briefly, in the Persian culture, Mehregan is believed to have the same significance as Nowruz, with Nowruz signalling the beginning of spring and Mehregan marking the arrival of autumn. The celebrations, which have their origins in the pre-Islamic period and are associated with agriculture and harvest, are usually held between 16 and 21 Mehr in the Persian calendar, which correspond to 8 and 13 October. Although in the past sofreh was part of the Mehregan customs, in modern times, it is not.
This year, to pay homage to Jashn-e Mehregan, two sofreh arrangements, which include a variety of apples, were created in autumnal shades. Both bring out the best of the beauty, tone and form of the apples which herald the harvest season. The details of each sofreh appear below the relevant overall image.
![Sofreh with candles and oversized apples Sofreh with candles and oversized apples](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/nn2OctIMG_2947.jpg)
![Sofreh with variety of apples in a two-tiered, antique silver-plated vessel Sofreh with variety of apples in a two-tiered, antique silver-plated vessel](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/nn16OctIMG_3372.jpg)
![Sofreh with sizeable apple placed on the top tier Sofreh with sizeable apple placed on the top tier](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/nn6OctIMG_2939.jpg)
![Sofreh with two-tiered, antique silver-plated container with a variety of apples Sofreh with two-tiered, antique silver-plated container with a variety of apples](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/nn20OctIMG_3350.jpg)
![A dainty bouquet of deep-orange roses, known as Samoa, Skimmia and Hypericum A dainty bouquet of deep-orange roses, known as Samoa, Skimmia and Hypericum](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/nn13OctIMG_2928.jpg)
![Sofreh with a bright red ceramic pomegranate embellishing the corner Sofreh with a bright red ceramic pomegranate embellishing the corner](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/nn27OctIMG_3403.jpg)
Echoes of Sofreh-ye aqd, September 2022
Anthuriums are not part of Persian traditions. However, this impressive, oversized single flower, known as Amigo, was the inspiration for creating this compact composition, which alludes to a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd).
![pomegranates, persian metallic trim, termeh pomegranates, persian metallic trim, termeh](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mm8SepIMG_1517.jpg)
![antique mirrored flask on termeh antique mirrored flask on termeh](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mm15SepIMG_1583.jpg)
![anthurium in bright green and red anthurium in bright green and red](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mm22SepIMG_1551.jpg)
Echoes of Sofreh-ye aqd, August 2022
This pleasant arrangement with a predominantly silver colour scheme alludes to a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd). It includes a few of the symbolic elements of the sofreh.
![sofreh with flowers, candles, mirror, coins, almonds sofreh with flowers, candles, mirror, coins, almonds](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/ll4AugIMG_3081.jpg)
![Sofreh with box of gilded coins, sugared almonds Sofreh with box of gilded coins, sugared almonds](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/ll11AugIMG_3037.jpg)
![sofreh with ceramic pomegranates, silver and gold textiles sofreh with ceramic pomegranates, silver and gold textiles](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/ll18AugIMG_3089.jpg)
![Hydrangeas and carnations on textile Hydrangeas and carnations on textile](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/ll25AugIMG_3134.jpg)
Echoes of Sofreh-ye aqd, May 2022
During May 2022 three vivid arrangements were presented, which allude to a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd). They were inspired by the striking bouquets of flowers, illuminated with flames.
Echoes of Sofreh-ye aqd, April 2022
During April 2022 two soft arrangements were presented, which allude to a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd). The inspiration for both was the splendid bouquets of flowers and foliage, illuminated with flames.
Ornamental Pomegranates
This dainty arrangement was inspired by sprigs of fresh ornamental pomegranate, which are displayed on a Venetian-style mirror and in a miniature cup and saucer. It alludes to a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd) and comprises pomegranate-shaped candles, mirrors, miniature vessels of rosewater (golab) to perfume the air, gilded coins (sekkeh, a symbol of wealth and prosperity), sugared almonds and crystal sugar (noql o nabat, which are symbols of sweetness and harmony).
![pomegranate on a Venetian-style cut glass mirror pomegranate on a Venetian-style cut glass mirror](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/ff10FebIMG_2834-recrop.jpg)
![urn, gold teapot, pomegranate sprigs, coins, and crystal sugar urn, gold teapot, pomegranate sprigs, coins, and crystal sugar](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/ff17FebIMG_2844-recrop.jpg)
Shab-e Yalda, Winter Solstice
December 2021. Shab-e Yalda, the winter solstice, is the longest night of the year. It is the eve of 1 Dey in the Persian calendar, corresponding to 21 December. The feast of Yalda originates in the pre-Islamic period and is associated with agriculture. The divan-e Hafez (works of 14th-century Persian poet, Hafez) to recite poetry, and red fruits—watermelons and pomegranates—are important parts of this celebration, heralding the crimson hues of sunrise after absolute darkness, and the promise of longer days ahead. It is the celebration of the passing of darkness and the rebirth of the sun. Interestingly, Shab-e Yalda is only about one minute longer than the preceding night. In the Persian tradition people get together, tea, sweets, nuts and fruits are served, and stories and poetry are recited, to get through the darkest and longest night of the year, when it is believed that demons are most active.
![samovar, antique teapot, dried fruit & nuts, sweets, fresh red fruits, flowers, flames & verse samovar, antique teapot, dried fruit & nuts, sweets, fresh red fruits, flowers, flames & verse](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/dd2DecIMG_2102.jpg)
![Sofre with teapot, persian sugared almonds and crystal sugar Sofre with teapot, persian sugared almonds and crystal sugar](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/dd12DecIMG_2121.jpg)
![whole and opened pomegranates and sprigs whole and opened pomegranates and sprigs](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/dd16DecIMG_2058.jpg)
![whole and cut watermelons embellished with foliage whole and cut watermelons embellished with foliage](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/dd23DecIMG_2094.jpg)
![container of Persian nougat with pistachios container of Persian nougat with pistachios](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/dd26DecIMG_2088.jpg)
Sofreh & Hydrangeas
Hydrangeas are not part of Persian traditions, but have lent beauty to many of our contemporary sofrehs. They come in an unlimited variety of sensational shades. To break from tradition and pay tribute to this spectacular flower, images of a variety of hydrangeas, classified by colour schemes, were presented across November 2021. They were intended to bring light and life into the dark days of the month.
Jashn-e Mehregan
October 2021. Jashn-e Mehregan is an Iranian festival which is apparently dedicated to the god of Mithra (Mehr). See more on iranicaonline.org/articles/mehragan. Very briefly, in the Persian culture, Mehregan is believed to have the same significance as Nowruz, with Nowruz signalling the beginning of spring and Mehregan marking the arrival of autumn. The celebrations, which have their origins in the pre-Islamic period and are associated with agriculture and harvest, are usually held between 16 and 21 Mehr in the Persian calendar, which correspond to 8 and 13 October. Although in the past sofreh was part of the Mehregan customs, in modern times, it is not. This year, to mark the occasion and in pursuit of novelty, echoes of the customs of Mehregan are presented with an original and minimalist approach.
Sofa & Sofreh
The pandemic has put restrictions on marriage ceremonies, and has even condensed the Persian marriage sofreh! Many people have opted for celebrating at home, where space may be limited. Hence, this original composition was created on a small firm sofa, which is voluminously draped in ivory silk.
![compact sofreh for persian marriage compact sofreh for persian marriage](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/aa2SeptIMG_0527.jpg)
![crystal sugar, decorated eggs, gold tassels crystal sugar, decorated eggs, gold tassels](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/aa16SeptIMG_0437.jpg)
![glazed gold ceramic pomegranates, cone vessel with almonds glazed gold ceramic pomegranates, cone vessel with almonds](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/aa23SeptIMG_0536.jpg)
![mini composition with bonbonnieres, and indian silk fabric mini composition with bonbonnieres, and indian silk fabric](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/aa26SeptIMG_0544.jpg)
![candlelight roses, wax flower, foliage, ivory silk candlelight roses, wax flower, foliage, ivory silk](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/aa30SeptIMG_0480.jpg)
![Persian sofrehs with candlelight rose Persian sofrehs with candlelight rose](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/aaSeptIMG_0482.jpg)
Echoes of Sofreh-ye aqd, August 2021
During the month of August, more compact compositions, echoing the Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd), together with their details were presented. The emphasis was on soft, subtle and serene designs.
![rose bouquet on silver tray rose bouquet on silver tray](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/z5AugIMG_9803.jpg)
![spray roses, snowberries, and variegated foliage spray roses, snowberries, and variegated foliage](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/z12-AugIMG_9759.jpg)
![gold crystal sugar with silver urn and tray gold crystal sugar with silver urn and tray](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/z15AugIMG_9790.jpg)
![bonbonnières in persian marriage sofreh bonbonnières in persian marriage sofreh](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/z19AugIMG_9732.jpg)
![flower arrangement on stainless steel with silver textile flower arrangement on stainless steel with silver textile](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/z26AugIMG_9326.jpg)
![bouquet of white ball hydrangeas, roses, and ivy bouquet of white ball hydrangeas, roses, and ivy](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/z29AugMG_9334.jpg)
Clematis & Ranunculi
This enchanting arrangement, which is inspired by a bouquet of clematis and ranunculi, alludes to a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd). Lengths of exquisite antique Persian textile (termeh) in yellow tones, with intricate embroidery and borders, offer the perfect background and backdrop for this delightful sofreh.
![clematis and ranunculi, crystal sugar, mirror, almonds and coins clematis and ranunculi, crystal sugar, mirror, almonds and coins](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/y8JulyIMG_0342-1.jpg)
![antique opaline vessel holding the Persian sugared almonds antique opaline vessel holding the Persian sugared almonds](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/y15JulyIMG_0307-1.jpg)
![Clematis with Hanoi ranunculi Clematis with Hanoi ranunculi](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/y22JulyIMG_0302-1.jpg)
![crystal sugar in different shapes like apple crystal sugar in different shapes like apple](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/y29JulyIMG_0305-1.jpg)
Kahala Roses
This soft and serene arrangement, which alludes to a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd), is inspired by an ample and lavish bouquet of magnificent roses, known as Kahala, and fine foliage.
This striking, yet serene and soft Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd), arranged in front of a fireplace with blue and white ceramic tiles, complements that colour scheme. The predominant element is a length of exquisite antique Persian brocade in blue, with antique-gold accents.
![sofreh with blue and gold, candles, eggs, pomegranates sofreh with blue and gold, candles, eggs, pomegranates](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/x3JuneIMG_8058.jpg)
![antique mirror, candleholders, and quar'an antique mirror, candleholders, and quar'an](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/x6JuneIMG_8061.jpg)
![ceramic pomegranates in blue and white tones ceramic pomegranates in blue and white tones](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/x10JuneIMG_8068.jpg)
![blue rosewater flasks and crystal sugar blue rosewater flasks and crystal sugar](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/x13JuneIMG_8030.jpg)
![decorated eggs - symbol of fertility decorated eggs - symbol of fertility](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/x17JuneIMG_7994.jpg)
![art deco tea set with sheaves of wheat and gold coins art deco tea set with sheaves of wheat and gold coins](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/x20JuneIMG_8032.jpg)
![persian blue brocade, pomegranates, bonbonnieres persian blue brocade, pomegranates, bonbonnieres](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/x24JuneMG_8089.jpg)
![flower displays, crystal sugar, and decorated eggs flower displays, crystal sugar, and decorated eggs](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/x27uneIMG_8063.jpg)
Echoes of Sofreh-ye aqd
Once again the wedding season is upon us. Throughout the month of May 2021 a variety of compact compositions were designed, echoing the Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd). In each case the sublime flowers, which take centre stage, have been the inspiration for creating the arrangements.
![chiffon roses and foliage on gold silk textile chiffon roses and foliage on gold silk textile](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/w6MayStephIMG_8875-crop2.jpg)
![Chiffon roses in a pastel shade Chiffon roses in a pastel shade](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/w9MayIMG_8889-crop2.jpg)
![white peony, sprigs of Viburnum tinus and candle white peony, sprigs of Viburnum tinus and candle](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/w13MayStephIMG_8945.jpg)
![white peony and candles white peony and candles](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/w16MayStephIMG_8947.jpg)
![flowers on silver plated tray flowers on silver plated tray](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/w20MayStephIMG_9523.jpg)
![Miss Bombastic spray roses, green Dynamic and cream Candlelight roses Miss Bombastic spray roses, green Dynamic and cream Candlelight roses](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/w23MayStephIMG_9535.jpg)
![bouquet of Lorena Summerhouse roses, pomegranate, and candles bouquet of Lorena Summerhouse roses, pomegranate, and candles](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/w27MayStephIMG_8419.jpg)
![Lorena Summerhouse roses in candlelight Lorena Summerhouse roses in candlelight](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/w30MayStephIMG_8399.jpg)
Glorious Garlics
The humble garlic (sir, in Persian) is one of the symbolic elements included in the sofreh-ye Nowruz (haft sinn), which starts with the letter “s”. It is prized for its medicinal qualities, and is believed to have evil-averting powers. In the following compact arrangements, alluding to the sofreh-ye haft sinn, its aesthetic qualities have been wonderfully exploited.
![display of garlic bulbs, vinegar, flames, tulips display of garlic bulbs, vinegar, flames, tulips](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/v15AprIIMG_5707-crop.jpg)
![silver plated container with tulips and garlic silver plated container with tulips and garlic](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/v8AprIIMG_5731.jpg)
![glass table with lace, tulips, and garlic glass table with lace, tulips, and garlic](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/v22AprIMG_5740-crop.jpg)
![lace, candles, hyacinths, ivy, garlic bulbs lace, candles, hyacinths, ivy, garlic bulbs](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/v29AprIIMG_7320.jpg)
Nowruz 1400 AS, 2021
In the Persian calendar, 20-21 March 2021 marks the beginning of a new century and a New Year, 1400 AS (anno shamsi) or SH (shamsi hejri). In the pursuit of variety, an informal and original sofreh, created by an Iranian artist in her home for Nowruz 1400, is being featured.
![nowruz sofreh display nowruz sofreh display](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/u4MarIStephL9986779-1.jpg)
![hyacinths in a sofreh hyacinths in a sofreh](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/nowruz-pic-for-march-good.jpg)
![vegetation, pomegranates, silver dish vegetation, pomegranates, silver dish](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/u7MarStephIMG_2473.jpg)
![flask with rosewater on rich red textile flask with rosewater on rich red textile](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/u18MarIStephL9986793-1.jpg)
![hand-written Qur’an, opened hand-written Qur’an, opened](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/u11MarstephL9986796.jpg)
![vegetation, jujube fruit, sumac, eggs, coins, goldfish vegetation, jujube fruit, sumac, eggs, coins, goldfish](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/u21MarStephIMG_2483.jpg)
![plaque with fossilized fish, gold and silver pomegranates plaque with fossilized fish, gold and silver pomegranates](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/u25MarIStephIMG_2528.jpg)
![antique photo album and snuffer antique photo album and snuffer](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/u28MarStephIMG_2475.jpg)
Simple Ideas for Sofreh, 2021
The following two compact compositions, with two very different colour schemes, spirits and appearances, allude to a Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd) or Nowruz sofreh (sofreh-ye haft sinn).
Silver Wattle (Mimosa)
This first compact arrangement, with an unusual colour scheme, is inspired by a bouquet in silver, dusty pink and wine tones, which takes centre stage.
![ceramic pomegranates and foliage ceramic pomegranates and foliage](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/t4FebIMG_8835St.jpg)
![silvery foliage with wine-coloured blush silvery foliage with wine-coloured blush](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/t11FebIMG_8826St-color-fix2.jpg)
Hydrangea & Termeh
This second compact arrangement is inspired by an outstanding, ample bouquet of hydrangeas in subtle tones, which is displayed in one corner.
![bouquet of hydrangeas, candle, silver thread trim bouquet of hydrangeas, candle, silver thread trim](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/t18FebIMG_8950St-1.jpg)
![closeup of green hydrangeas closeup of green hydrangeas](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/t25FebIMG_8980St-1.jpg)
Bridal Flow Rose
This luminous yet serene arrangement, which was inspired by Bridal Flow spray roses and presented in art deco containers, alludes to a Persian marriage sofreh, sofreh-ye aqd.
![Bridal Flow Roses in Marriage Sofreh Bridal Flow Roses in Marriage Sofreh](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/s14JanIMG_8540.jpg)
![silver almonds and candles on lace silver almonds and candles on lace](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/s21JanIMG_0073.jpg)
![art deco box of decorated eggs art deco box of decorated eggs](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/s28JanIMG_0087.jpg)
Snowball Hydrangea
These two compact compositions, with two different colour schemes, which echo the Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd) were inspired by a single stunning, splendid and superabundant hydrangea, known as Snowball.
![snowball hydrangea and candles snowball hydrangea and candles](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/q12NovIMG_8631.jpg)
![Snowball hydrangea and candles on silk Snowball hydrangea and candles on silk](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/q19NovIMG_8782.jpg)
![snowball hydrangea closeup snowball hydrangea closeup](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/q5NovIMG_8641.jpg)
![antique lace with candles antique lace with candles](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/q26NovIMG_8734.jpg)
Art Deco Box
This theatrical miniature sofreh is inspired by a silver art deco box which acts as a candleholder and supports the mirror mosaic. The bouquet of delicate roses, known as Chiffon, and fine asparagus ferns takes centre stage. A length of ivory and gold silk with a paisley (boteh) design is elegantly draped over the surface. Fragments of lace and antique-gold trim, tassels, leaves of ivy and sprigs of asparagus fern enhance the beauty of the composition. A few of the symbolic elements of the Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd), including sheaves of wheat, decorated eggs, sugared almonds, crystal sugar, gilded coins, rosewater and flames are imaginatively presented.
![silver art deco box holds a single distinctive candle silver art deco box holds a single distinctive candle](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/o10SepIMG_8245.jpg)
![miniature tray of crystal sugar miniature tray of crystal sugar](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/o24SepIMG_8210.jpg)
![sheaves of wheat, coloured eggs, gilded coins, rosewater sheaves of wheat, coloured eggs, gilded coins, rosewater](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/o17SepIMG_8283.jpg)
![sheaves of wheat, hand-decorated eggs and sugared almonds sheaves of wheat, hand-decorated eggs and sugared almonds](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/o20SepIMG_8280.jpg)
Furusato Rose
This is another simple and compact set-up which alludes to a marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd). It is inspired by a soft bouquet of Furusato roses and foliage, and is again created on a mantelpiece in front of a mirror, both of which are antique and in the European style.
![Ceramic pomegranates, sheaves of wheat, an antique Qur’an, and bonbonnières Ceramic pomegranates, sheaves of wheat, an antique Qur’an, and bonbonnières](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/n6AugIMG_7584a.jpg)
![bouquet of a new variety of spray roses bouquet of a new variety of spray roses](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/n27AugIMG_7567.jpg)
![antique silver and crystal flask of rosewater, pomegranate, bonbonnieres antique silver and crystal flask of rosewater, pomegranate, bonbonnieres](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/n20AugIMG_7589.jpg)
![antique Qur’an with an exquisite papier mâché binding antique Qur’an with an exquisite papier mâché binding](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/n13AugIMG_7573.jpg)
Crimson Velvet
This pleasing arrangement alludes to a Persian marriage or Nowruz sofreh—soreh-ye aqd or soreh-ye haft sinn. It is inspired by an antique, intricately embroidered piece of rich-deep-red velvet.
![peach hyacinths, wax flowers and seeded Eucalyptus peach hyacinths, wax flowers and seeded Eucalyptus](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/m9JulyIMG_7405.jpg)
![antique piece of red velvet embroidery antique piece of red velvet embroidery](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/m16JulyIMG_7428.jpg)
Wave Classica
This is a colourful and ornate arrangement, including a few of the symbolic elements of the Persian marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd). The creation was inspired by an impressive bouquet of Wave Classica, a variety of Japanese Lisianthus, and foliage. The mirror and the candelabra, which are part of the traditional Persian marriage sofreh, are antique and in the European style.
![Mirror, candelabra, flowers, sugared almonds & crystal sugar Mirror, candelabra, flowers, sugared almonds & crystal sugar](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/l11JuneIMG_7151.jpg)
![bouquet of Japanese Lisianthus bouquet of Japanese Lisianthus](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/m2JulyIMG_7128.jpg)
![cyrstal sugar display cyrstal sugar display](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/l25JuneIMG_7130.jpg)
![sugared almonds in antique bronze container sugared almonds in antique bronze container](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/l18JuneIMG_7132.jpg)
Bubble Rose
This simple and compact arrangement alludes to a marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd). It is created on a mantelpiece in front of a mirror, both of which are antique and in the European style.
![white roses, pomegranates, decorated eggs, birds, candles, mirror white roses, pomegranates, decorated eggs, birds, candles, mirror](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/k7MayIMG_7521.jpg)
![pair of antique-gold finish birds pair of antique-gold finish birds](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/k21MayIMG_7515.jpg)
![Bubble spray roses, wax flowers, Viburnum Tinus Bubble spray roses, wax flowers, Viburnum Tinus](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/k14MayIMG_7502.jpg)
Tisanières
In an attempt to introduce an original touch to the conventional sofreh for Nowruz, a collection of enchanting and colourful, antique tisanières (teapots on burners) are utilized to present some of the symbolic elements of the sofreh-ye haft sinn.
![bouquets of tulips, hyacinths, hellebores, and berried ivy bouquets of tulips, hyacinths, hellebores, and berried ivy](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/j16AprilIMG_4829.jpg)
![bouquets of white tulips, pink hyacinths, hellebores, and berried ivy bouquets of white tulips, pink hyacinths, hellebores, and berried ivy](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/IMG_4883.jpg)
![teapot is adorned with bunches of different colours of grapes teapot is adorned with bunches of different colours of grapes](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/j23AprilIMG_4886.jpg)
![teapots hold bouquets of spring flowers teapots hold bouquets of spring flowers](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/j30AprilIMG_4884.jpg)
Nowruz, 2020
In anticipation of Nowruz, this delightful sofreh was created, incorporating some of the symbolic elements of the sofreh-ye haft sinn. This original three-level composition is illuminated with numerous tea lights. Germinated wheat (sabzeh), spring flowers (hyacinths and tulips), an apple, and ceramic and fresh pomegranates are elegantly displayed. Statuettes of fish substitute live goldfish. Variegated trailing ivy, an impressive antique, carved-wood bow, and several pieces of antique textiles and embroideries enhance the beauty of this enchanting sofreh.
![Sofreh with germinated wheat Sofreh with germinated wheat](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/i8MarIMG_4348.jpg)
![ceramic pomegranates and fish ceramic pomegranates and fish](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/i12MarIMG_4355.jpg)
SOFREH as a Gift
The following compositions were especially designed to introduce the book on social media as a gift for different occasions. The posts present the book as a two-volume, lavishly illustrated publication which makes an enduring gift for those interested in art, culture and design. They also add that SOFREH includes many decorating ideas in the Persian spirit, as well as images of exquisite textiles, rare manuscripts and imaginative floral designs. To order your copy, please go to THE BOOK page.
![sofreh books on gold silk sofreh books on gold silk](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/IMG_5930.jpg)
![sofreh Christmas gift near holly and pine sprigs sofreh Christmas gift near holly and pine sprigs](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/IMG_4795.jpg)
![sofreh books as wedding gift sofreh books as wedding gift](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/WeddingBooks.jpg)
![sofreh book for Nowruz gift sofreh book for Nowruz gift](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/NowruzBooks2.jpg)
Christmas Versus Nowruz
December 2019. This unconventional and original sofreh is inspired by Christmas ornaments such as pine cones, nuts, and holly and pine sprigs, as well as the symbolic elements of sofreh-ye Nowruz (haft sinn) such as germinated wheat (sabzeh), spring flowers (hyacinths and tulips), apples and pomegranates.
As the “Seven Steps” sofreh was well received, here the display has been presented on seven levels/steps. The first two images showcase the overall composition from two different views—from above and from below—which reveal a fascinating contrast.
![Christmas and Nowruz Sofreh on steps Christmas and Nowruz Sofreh on steps](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/f24DecIMG_4579-blur.jpg)
Apart from the many Christmas and Nowruz ornaments and symbolic elements, different shades of red and metallic gold evoke the spirit of Christmas, and echo the joy of Nowruz. This unusual and dazzling sofreh is illuminated with miniature Christmas lights, seven shimmering pillar candles and seven tea lights—flames are part of both Christmas and Nowruz adornments. The opposite image demonstrates the details of this creative sofreh more visibly.
![Christmas Sofreh installed on seven levels Christmas Sofreh installed on seven levels](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/f26DecIMG_4605m.jpg)
![holly, pine, tealights, and candles holly, pine, tealights, and candles](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/f29DecIMG_4607m.jpg)
![Pomegranate, silver vases, holly, tea lights Pomegranate, silver vases, holly, tea lights](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/f31DecIMG_4635M.jpg)
![christmas foliage and lights, cherub, candles christmas foliage and lights, cherub, candles](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/g2JanIMG_4633M.jpg)
![seven level Christmas Sofreh with holly and candles seven level Christmas Sofreh with holly and candles](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/g5JanIMG_4582m-sized.jpg)
Shab-e Yalda, Winter Solstice
December 2019. Shab-e Yalda, or the winter solstice, is the longest night of the year. It is the eve of 1 Dey in the Persian calendar, corresponding to 21 December. The feast of Yalda originates in the pre-Islamic period and is associated with agriculture. Red fruits—watermelons and pomegranates—are important components of this celebration, heralding the crimson hues of sunrise after absolute darkness, and the promise of longer days ahead. In the Persian tradition people get together, tea, sweets, fruits and nuts are served, and stories and poetry are recited, to get through the darkest and longest night of the year, when it is believed that demons are most active.
![termeh, Persian sweets, crystal sugar, nuts, red fruits, flowers, flames and a divan-e Hafez termeh, Persian sweets, crystal sugar, nuts, red fruits, flowers, flames and a divan-e Hafez](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/f21DecIMG_6511.jpg)
![persian textile termeh persian textile termeh](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/f1DecIMG_6520.jpg)
![deep-red rose plant and Freedom cut roses, arranged in a traditional copper vessel deep-red rose plant and Freedom cut roses, arranged in a traditional copper vessel](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/f12DecDetailLeftSide2-sized.jpg)
![samovar and the traditional teapot samovar and the traditional teapot](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/f5DecIMG_6504.jpg)
![tea paraphernalia, candleholders, crystal sugar, whole and cut watermelons, pomegranates and apples tea paraphernalia, candleholders, crystal sugar, whole and cut watermelons, pomegranates and apples](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/f8DecIMG_6508.jpg)
![Persian sweets and some whole pomegranates Persian sweets and some whole pomegranates](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/f15DecIMG_6506.jpg)
![watermelons, arranged in traditional copper vessels, pomegranates watermelons, arranged in traditional copper vessels, pomegranates](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/f19DecIMG_6507.jpg)
Jashn-e Mehregan
October 2019. Jashn-e Mehregan is an Iranian festival which is apparently dedicated to the god of Mithra (Mehr). To read more, please visit http://www.iranicaonline.org/articles/mehragan. Very briefly, in the Persian culture, Mehregan is believed to have the same significance as Nowruz, with Nowruz signalling the beginning of spring and Mehregan marking the arrival of autumn. The celebrations, which have their origins in the pre-Islamic period and are associated with agriculture and harvest, are usually held between 16 and 21 Mehr in the Persian calendar, which correspond to 8 and 13 October. Presently, sofreh is not part of the Mehregan customs, though apparently in the past it was. To mark the occasion, here is a sofreh showcasing a contemporary interpretation of past practices.
![fragment of worn Persian carpet with the classic Persian art fragment of worn Persian carpet with the classic Persian art](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/IMG_6528.jpg)
![wheat and crystal sugar, inside a hessian bag wheat and crystal sugar, inside a hessian bag](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/IMG_6481.jpg)
![bouquet of miniature and spray cream roses and baby’s breath bouquet of miniature and spray cream roses and baby’s breath](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/IMG_6531.jpg)
![shiny pomegranates and container of mixed dried fruit and nuts shiny pomegranates and container of mixed dried fruit and nuts](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/IMG_6464.jpg)
![pomegranates, sugared almonds, and gilded coins pomegranates, sugared almonds, and gilded coins](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/IMG_6491.jpg)
![Persian carpets and Persian art of mirror-work Persian carpets and Persian art of mirror-work](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/IMG_6532.jpg)
Simple Ideas for Marriage Sofreh, 2019
The following arrangements, which allude to a marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd), present some quite simple decorating ideas. They have been inspired by a variety of alluring flowers with distinct and different textures, colours and forms.
Secret Garden Rose
This dainty sofreh incorporates a single open rose, known as Secret Garden, and a few sprigs of asparagus fern. They are placed in a 19th-century Bohemian emerald green vase, with gold decoration and a medallion with hand-painted floral design. A pair of silver candle holders and a piece of antique lace are included in this natural and quiet arrangement.
Country Garden Roses
Here is another simple suggestion for decorating a marriage sofreh. It comprises only three stems of a new variety of rose, mixed with foliage. A draped crêpe-like, antique gold-coloured textile covers the vase and the surface. The arrangement is illuminated with a pair of antique gold-coloured candles and a flame, shimmering inside a lantern. Fabrics, flowers and flames are paramount in decorating a sofreh.
Hydrangeas & Lace
This is a simple suggestion, incorporating a low, rectangular, modern glass vase of hydrangeas and asparagus ferns, placed on a lavishly draped, light green raw silk. The arrangement is subtly illuminated with a pair of candelabra, and gracefully draped with a length of antique lace.
Juliet Roses & Lace
This composition is a variation on the sofreh with hydrangeas. The lavishly draped green silk forms the background. Here roses in a white, modern, upright vase have replaced the hydrangeas in a glass rectangular vase. The same candelabra illuminate the flowers, and the gracefully draped length of antique lace enhances the beauty of the arrangement. Again the importance of fabrics, flowers and flames is demonstrated in this simple arrangement.
Piano Garden Roses, Silver & Gold
These lovely garden roses, known as Piano, are at the heart of this original sofreh, which is arranged on an acrylic table, placed over a lavishly draped, crêpe-like silver textile. Several lengths of gold tulle adorn the arrangement and a fragment of lace partially covers the table. The sofreh is subtly illuminated by the flames of the tea lights in silver containers and in the “pocket” of the table. A silver bottle of rosewater perfumes the air.
New Ideas for the Wedding Season, 2019
Spring/Summer 2019. The wedding season is upon us. A selection of new design ideas for the marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd) have been added to this page. Here are two introductory images of decorated miniature sugarloaves (kalleh qand), presented on two different antique Persian textiles. Sugarloaves reflect an aspiration for a sweet and harmonious married life.
Lace & Pearl Diamond Rose
This soft compact marriage sofreh juxtaposes the beauty of European antique lace with the striking effect of the silk, satin and velvet handmade bonbonnières, in the Persian spirit. A silver box holds an arrangement of ivory spray roses and foliage. Two pairs of silver candelabra flank the flowers. Some other symbolic elements included are ceramic pomegranates, sugared almonds, bunches of wheat and gilded coins.
![Indian silver box with its open lid which is lined with lace Indian silver box with its open lid which is lined with lace](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/b2AugustIMG_5782.jpg)
![shiny gold-and silver-finish ceramic pomegranates shiny gold-and silver-finish ceramic pomegranates](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/b8AugustIMG_5820b.jpg)
![silver-finish sugared almonds silver-finish sugared almonds](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/b9AugustIMG_5819b.jpg)
Parrot Tulips & Termeh
Sensual Touch, which is a very late and rare variety of parrot tulip with variegated leaves, was the inspiration for creating this marriage sofreh. The composition includes some of the symbolic elements such as candelabra, decorated eggs and ceramic pomegranates. They are elegantly displayed on an antique, intricately embroidered Persian textile, known as termeh.
![antique silver-plated urn with parrot tulps, pomegranates antique silver-plated urn with parrot tulps, pomegranates](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/b22AugustIMG_5890.jpg)
![ceramic pomegranate and decorated quail eggs ceramic pomegranate and decorated quail eggs](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/b24AugustIMG_5910.jpg)
Tulips & Kilim
This arrangement on an acrylic side table, placed on an antique Afshar kilim, alludes to a marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd). The fantastic double tulips are at the heart of the composition. A folded silver-plated serving tray stands in for the mirror, surrounded by several of the symbolic elements of the marriage sofreh—candelabra, handmade bonbonnières in the Persian spirit, crystal sugar, antique gold coins and hand-painted eggs.
![Tulip & Kilim sofreh Tulip & Kilim sofreh](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/a5JulyIMG_5962b.jpg)
![late double Tulips and flames late double Tulips and flames](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/a7JulyIMG_5974-rev.jpg)
![hand-painted eggs, gold coins, crystal sugar hand-painted eggs, gold coins, crystal sugar](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/IMG_5988-rev.jpg)
Tulips & Victorian-Style Bread Warmer
This arrangement on an acrylic side table, placed on fragments of an antique textile, alludes to a marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd). The fantastic double tulips are at the heart of the composition. A Victorian-style bread warmer holds the bread. Two sets of candelabra are included. A jug of rosewater and a container of sugared almonds adorned with a single gold coin are presented on a delicate silver tray. Gold tassels and trims enhance the beauty of this original arrangement.
![Victorian-style bread warmer, rosewater, sugared almonds Victorian-style bread warmer, rosewater, sugared almonds](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/a12JulyIMG_6019.jpg)
![Tulips and flames sofreh Tulips and flames sofreh](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/a14-julyIMG_6020-1.jpg)
Tulips & Ottoman Textile
This arrangement on and underneath an acrylic table, placed on raw silk, alludes to a marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd). The fantastic double tulips are at the heart of the composition. A fragment of an Ottoman textile is presented in an antique frame. The shimmering flames illuminate the arrangement. A single white ceramic pomegranate, containers of decorated quail eggs, shiny red and gold ceramic pomegranates and a ruffled container of crystal sugar adorn the composition.
![sofreh with tulips, candles, pomegranate, qual eggs sofreh with tulips, candles, pomegranate, qual eggs](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/a19JulyIMG_6135.jpg)
![silk, ceramic pomegranates, crystal sugar silk, ceramic pomegranates, crystal sugar](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/a21JulyIMG_6096.jpg)
Indian Textile
This refreshing and compact sofreh features an antique silver container of bright orange Pom Pom ranunculi, a pair of candles and two birds, representing the couple. An antique Indian textile, embroidered with gold-wrapped thread and iridescent wing-cases of jewel beetles, is draped around these symbolic elements of the marriage sofreh. For more information about this type of textile, visit https://www.vam.ac.uk/articles/indian-embroidery.
Soft Gold
This soft marriage sofreh (sofreh-ye aqd), arranged on a draped antique Persian textile, showcases some of the symbolic elements of the sofreh including a mirror, candelabra, a bowl made of crystal sugar (kaseh nabat), a pair of decorated miniature sugarloaves (kalleh qand), embellished eggs and walnuts, a pair of antique, ruby-red rosewater bottles and a delightful bouquet of Pom Pom ranunculi.
Blue, Gold & Silver
This delightful composition, arranged on and in front of an antique Persian brocade, features a silver container of roses, arranged around a blue ornament, a pair of candleholders, gold-rimmed tumblers showcasing crystal sugar, as well as bottles of rosewater that are displayed horizontally, and a pair of birds—some of the symbolic elements of the marriage sofreh.
Radiant Ranunculi & Termeh
This sofreh, arranged on an elaborately embroidered antique Persian textile known as termeh, showcases a silver container of dazzling Pom Pom ranunculi, a pair of candleholders, decorated eggs, crystal sugar in the form of an apple, sugared almonds speckled with gilded coins, and a delicate mirrored antique rosewater jug—some of the symbolic elements of the marriage sofreh.
Mantelpiece
![ornate mirror over a black marble mantelpiece ornate mirror over a black marble mantelpiece](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/StephA9_IMG_4732-newcrop4.jpg)
![ornate mirror over a black marble mantelpiece ornate mirror over a black marble mantelpiece](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/StephIMG_4689-newcrop4.jpg)
![arrangement on an antique mantelpiece arrangement on an antique mantelpiece](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/StephA11_IMG_4741-new.jpg)
Ceramic Pomegranates
![small sofreh with ceramic pomegranates small sofreh with ceramic pomegranates](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/StephA7_IMG_4674-new.jpg)
Seven Steps
Nowruz Versus Christmas
December 2018. This unconventional and original outdoor sofreh is inspired by the symbolic elements of sofreh-ye Nowruz (haft sinn) such as germinated wheat (sabzeh), spring flowers (hyacinths and tulips), apples and pomegranates, as well as Christmas ornaments such as pine cones, nuts, and holly and pine sprigs.
The first two images present the overall composition in two different lights—before and after sunset—which demonstrate a fascinating contrast.
![symbolic elements of sofreh-ye Nowruz symbolic elements of sofreh-ye Nowruz](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/StephIMG_4289-new.jpg)
![symbolic elements of sofreh-ye Nowruz symbolic elements of sofreh-ye Nowruz](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/IMG_4330_800x600.jpg)
![ceramic pomegranates in various shades ceramic pomegranates in various shades](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/IMG_4317-new600x800.jpg)
![central table covered with artificial snow central table covered with artificial snow](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/StephIMG_4289-new600x800B.jpg)
Shab-e Yalda, Winter Solstice
![termeh, fruits, flowers, herbs, nuts, and verse termeh, fruits, flowers, herbs, nuts, and verse](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/winterSolsticeGood.jpg)
![red fruits -whole and open pomegranates, and watermelons red fruits -whole and open pomegranates, and watermelons](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/CC_IMG_4131-800x600-good-1.jpg)
Jashn-e Mehregan
The Mehregan customs have evolved over the years, and while there are celebrations, people do not spread a sofreh. However, a sofreh was apparently part of the celebrations in the past.
Marriage Ceremony (aqd), Outdoor Sofreh
August 2018. This delightful outdoor sofreh was put together by the author in Vancouver, B.C., Canada, for the marriage ceremony of a friend.
![Three small trays, known as farmanbar Three small trays, known as farmanbar](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/IMG_3692_800x600.jpg)
![bowl of crystal sugar, known as kaseh nabat bowl of crystal sugar, known as kaseh nabat](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/IMG_3695_800x600.jpg)
![sofreh with antique Persian textile, known as termeh sofreh with antique Persian textile, known as termeh](https://sofrehartofpersiancelebration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/IMG_3696_800x600.jpg)