Pateh is a traditional weaving folk art carried on by Iranian women, mainly associated with the province of Kerman, where it was born. In this working technique, a large piece of wool fabric is sewn with a coloured thread, while Pateh embroidery is made in silk with cashmere patterns.

Arman Rakhsh Ghazal – HIMA (Hima Handicraft Holding) is the institution representing Iranian traditional arts and crafts in co-operation with CICE – Centro Italo Iraniano di Cooperazione Culturale ed Economica (Italian-Iranian Centre of Cultural and Economic Co-Operation), supporting and enhancing local artisans operating in the various product categories.