Ganch
Art of Uzbek ganch-makers abroad
Decorative and applied arts play a significant role in creation of harmonious architectural pieces. Ganch carving is a traditional applied art having ability of transformation in modern style.
Ganch carving is equally popular in Uzbekistan and abroad. Our masters frequently receive orders from neighboring countries (Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Ukraine, Russia) as well as from Germany, France, Malaysia and others. Last years were especially rich in orders from abroad. Usually they are carried out by ganch-makers from "Usto" Association directed by famous master M. Mansurov. They are S. Zainutdinov, K. Tashmukhamedov, B. Khashimov, R. Muslimov, B.Sultanov, H. Muradov, S. Tuhtahodjaev, O. Yokubov, A. Begmatov, B. Ashirov, B. Abdullaev, R. Nurmatov, U. Muradov, A.Abdurasulov, G. Rakhimov, G. Muradov, D. Abdullaev, S. Kayumov, G. Ernazarov, O. Shukurov, A. Goziev, A. Ahrorov, U. Pulatov, S. Abdullaev, D. Mahkamov, A. Azizov, A. Tulaganov and A. Rahimbabaev. All of them successfully work at construction sites of Uzbekistan decorating new buildings with ganch carving. These are palace of "Turkiston", palace for wedding ceremonies "Navruz", buildings of Oliy Majlis, Exchange Center, theatres, underground stations and others. The masters can perform the most difficult works of high quality, extraordinary beauty and originality. More…
