Economic, social-artistic status of Kerman shalbafans in the Qajar period

 The industry and art of shalbafi in Kerman is not only an art, but also an influential culture for locals. One of the most significant guild in the Qajar dynasty was constituted by Kermanshalbafi industry in which more than a third of people were employed. Meanwhile, travelers had been describing shalbafan conditions in Kerman as child abuse, long working hours, and low payment. This low-paid occupation was a source of lucrative business for the workshop owners. In addition, the government's ruthless leadership and the rise of political actions in Kerman led to the working class insurrection on which there was found little research. As a result, this insurrection has not gained a proper place in the historical changes. In fact, the government had lost its power during the insurrection in Kerman and a certain group of people found the position to rule the city.           This paper has been written based on the original references and has utilized historical research methodology which aims at investigating the circumstances, quality, and the end of the shalbafaninsurrection in the era of MortezaGholikhan government (1868-1878 AD) and its suppression by MirzaFarmanfarma, the government of Kerman (1878-1880 AD).