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A monkey and a carpenter from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper)
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A monkey and a carpenter from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper)
3619843 A monkey and a carpenter from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; (add.info.: Folio 25b from Ms. W.599, a copy of Anvar-i Suhayli (the Lights of Canopus) Persian version by Mirza Rahim of Kalilah wa-Dimnah (The Fables of Bidpay) an ancient Indian collection of animal fables (Panchatantra) which follow the Persian physician Burzuyah on a mission to India where he finds a book of stories collected by anthropomorphized animals who live there); Persian, out of copyright
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Anthropomorphize Behaviour Bidpai Canopus Carpenter Folio Iran Iranian Lesson Monkey Moral Morality Painted Panchatantra Persia Qajar Star Fable
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This print captures a mesmerizing scene from the "Lights of Canopus" a Persian version of the ancient Indian collection of animal fables known as Panchatantra. In this intricate ink and pigment artwork, created by the Persian School in the 19th century, we see a monkey engaging with a carpenter against a backdrop of stars. The composition tells the story of Burzuyah, an Iranian physician who embarks on a mission to India. During his journey, he stumbles upon anthropomorphized animals living in India who have compiled their own book of stories. This particular folio, labeled 25b from Ms. W. 599 and part of Anvar-i Suhayli (the Lights of Canopus), showcases one such tale. The detailed illustration depicts a male monkey interacting with a carpenter amidst wooden structures and tools. The artist skillfully portrays both human-like behavior and moral lessons through these animal characters. Through their gestures and expressions, we are invited to reflect on themes like morality, light, landscape, and man's relationship with nature. Preserved at the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, USA, this exquisite piece offers us insight into Persian culture during the Qajar period while also highlighting its connection to Indian folklore traditions. As we admire this remarkable artwork today, it serves as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling across cultures throughout history.
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