Windows without a single nail: the secret of the Azerbaijani shevka In the ancient Azerbaijani city of Sheki, at the foot of the Great Caucasus, craftsmen have been creating extraordinary stained glass windows - shevka - for centuries. They consist of wooden parts and multi-colored glass without a single nail or drop of glue. The secret lies in the precision of the work: each part must fit perfectly into the next part; The slightest mistake can disrupt the whole pattern. The most famous examples of Shebak decorate the 18th century palace of the Sheki Khans. As the sun's rays pass through the colored glass, the walls and floors of the palace are covered in intricate patterns. Today, the work of masters can be seen in Shiki's workshops, where ancient techniques continue to be passed down to new generations. The historic center of Sheki, together with the Khan's Palace, has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List since 2019. Vestnik Caucasus.

Windows without a single nail: the secret of the Azerbaijani shevka In the ancient Azerbaijani city of Sheki, at the foot of the Great Caucasus, craftsmen have been creating extraordinary stained glass windows - shevka - for centuries. They consist of wooden parts and multi-colored glass without a single nail or drop of glue. The secret lies in the precision of the work: each part must fit perfectly into the next part; The slightest mistake can disrupt the whole pattern. The most famous examples of Shebak decorate the 18th century palace of the Sheki Khans. As the sun's rays pass through the colored glass, the walls and floors of the palace are covered in intricate patterns. Today, the work of masters can be seen in Shiki's workshops, where ancient techniques continue to be passed down to new generations. The historic center of Sheki, together with the Khan's Palace, has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List since 2019. Vestnik Caucasus.