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Vivid Safavid: Enchanted Tales of Persia - Gold Highlighted Miniature Manuscript
About the Item
A manuscript page containing Persian miniature painting, surrounded by script. This artwork is characteristic of Islamic manuscript illumination, particularly from Persia (modern-day Iran).
The central painting is encircled by an ornate decorative border featuring a vibrant floral motif, a common element in Persian manuscripts. The artwork itself depicts a scene with figures, possibly from a literary or historical text, engaged in an outdoor activity, a battle or a hunt based on the dynamic poses and the presence of horse and lion or jaguar. The use of bright colors and detailed attire on the figures is typical of Persian miniatures.
Maker, Origin, and Period
While the exact artist is not specified from the image alone, such works were typically produced by skilled artisans in royal workshops. The manuscript likely originated from Iran.
Style
This is a Persian miniature, a style known for its vibrant colors, intricate details, and often gold leaf embellishments. Persian miniatures were usually part of larger works, like epic poems or religious texts, and served to illustrate the narratives within these writings. Gold was applied to enhance the visual impact and prestige of the manuscript. This usage reflects the manuscript's value and the luxurious materials available to artists in royal workshops at the time.
Content and Context
The content, suggested by the figures and their activities, could be from one of the Persian epic poems such as the Shahnameh, which recounts historical and mythological pasts of Persia. The script surrounding the miniature is in Persian, potentially providing narration to the depicted scene.
Date and Location
The style and composition suggest it was made during the Safavid dynasty (1501-1722), a period renowned for its developments in art, literature, and culture. The Safavid era was marked by significant patronage of the arts, including manuscript illumination and miniature painting.
- Dimensions:Height: 9.45 in (24 cm)Width: 6.7 in (17 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1720
- Condition:Overall, the manuscript is in good condition for its age, retaining much of its original quality and detail. The colors are vibrant and many elements are high-lighted with gold. The image is protected by an acid-free matting board.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13829-11stDibs: LU3054341111182
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