Research in Ethnobiology and Sustainable Development

Research in Ethnobiology and Sustainable Development

From farm to sofreh(tools and utensils for storing, preparing, and serving food in Iran ,7th to 9th centuries AH)

Document Type : Original Article

Author
Faculty member of the Department of Education, Faculty of Theology, Hakim Sabzevari University. sabzevar.Iran.
10.22034/jresd.2025.540336.1003
Abstract
heritage, particularly in the long-standing and rich context of Iran. Within this sphere, facilities, utensils for storage, preparation, and consumption of food, and the food itself are central elements. Many of these tools have survived to the present day and continue to be used under their traditional names, facilitating their identification.



Dining vessels, often decorated, were especially valued by upper- and middle-class households. Kitchen and table tools varied in form, size, and material. Despite limited documentation, archaeological findings provide valuable insights to complement this knowledge. This research examines the relationships between dining vessels and geographical context, social and economic interactions, arts and crafts, household economic status, and modifications influenced by Islamic jurisprudence.he findings indicate that material availability, financial cost, and religious regulations were the primary determinants shaping food-related tools and utensils. Data for this study were collected through library research and subsequently analyzed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the subject.he domain of food and its associated practices represents a significant aspect of cultural and civilizational heritage, particularly in the long-standing and rich context of Iran. Within this sphere, facilities, utensils for storage, preparation, and consumption of food, and the food itself are central elements. Many of these tools have survived to the present day and continue to be used under their traditional names, facilitating their identification.



Dining vessels, often decorated, were especially valued by upper- and middle-class households. Kitchen and table tools varied in form, size, and material. Despite limited documentation, archaeological findings provide valuable insights to complement this knowledge. This research examines the relationships between dining vessels and geographical context, social and economic interactions, arts and crafts, household economic status, and modifications influenced by Islamic jurisprudence.

  • Receive Date 09 August 2025
  • Revise Date 29 November 2025
  • Accept Date 06 December 2025