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Latif Karimov, an outstanding carpet artist, art historian, educator, and People's Artist, made significant contributions to the development, study, and promotion of Azerbaijani carpet weaving. His multifaceted creative achievements played an important role in preserving and enriching national carpet-weaving traditions, as well as in systematizing the ornamental and compositional characteristics of Azerbaijani carpets.

November 2026 marks the 120th birth anniversary of Latif Huseyn oglu Karimov, a distinguished representative of Azerbaijani fine arts, renowned carpet artist and scholar, educator, USSR State Prize laureate, and People's Artist.

To commemorate this anniversary, the Azerbaijan National Library named after M.F. Akhundov has prepared a bibliographic review entitled “People's Artist Latif Karimov”. The publication systematically presents the Decree of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan on the celebration of Latif Karimov's 120th birth anniversary, materials concerning his life and creative activities, his artistic works, books and illustrated publications, as well as books, illustrated editions, and periodical articles published about him.

The review also includes the Presidential Decree on the celebration of Latif Karimov's 100th birth anniversary, the Decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the Azerbaijan SSR awarding him the Certificate of Honour of the Azerbaijan SSR, and information about the commemoration of his legacy, honorary titles, state prizes, orders, and other distinctions.

Providing a systematic overview of Latif Karimov's rich scholarly, artistic, and educational heritage, the bibliographic review serves as a valuable reference resource for studying, researching, and promoting his creative achievements. It also assists libraries in identifying relevant publications, examining the availability of materials in their collections, and meeting users' information needs more effectively.

The publication's availability in electronic format expands access to bibliographic information and supports remote library services. It contributes to the study and promotion of Azerbaijan's national cultural heritage while supporting the development of modern digital information services.

The bibliographic review is available online at the following link:

https://anl.az/down/nesrler2026/L.Kerimov2.pdf