Rural Lives Beneath the Shadows of Persepolis

These women were the quiet architects of their communities. From sunrise to sunset, they toiled in the fields, gathered water from distant wells, tended livestock, and wove intricate textiles—a reflection of both artistic expression and survival. Their days were defined by rhythm and resilience, shaped by the demands of the land and the expectations of a patriarchal society. Yet within these boundaries, rural women carved out spaces of agency and influence.