Diwan Collection

The Diwan meeting hall at Jabal Ithlib, Hegra (Mada'in Salih/Al-Hijr) archaeological site (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Al-Ula, Medina Province, Saudi Arabi

Mian Bhupal Dev of Jasrota (circa 1670-circa 1730), c1715. Creator: Unknown
Mian Bhupal Dev of Jasrota (circa 1670-circa 1730), c1715

From the entrance to the Divan, Hall of the Two Sisters, 1907. Creator: Unknown
From the entrance to the Divan, Hall of the Two Sisters, 1907. Interior decoration in the palace of the Alhambra, Granada, Spain, which mainly dates from the 14th century

The Surrender of Moolraj, c1891. Creator: James Grant
The Surrender of Moolraj, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Polychrome lacquer binding with flap, for Amir Ali Shir Nawa i
1196851 Polychrome lacquer binding with flap, for Amir Ali Shir Nawa is (1441-1501) Diwan (love poetry), painted with a forest scene

Men Hunting Deer and a Lion, c. 1575 (gouache on parchment)
1196777 Men Hunting Deer and a Lion, c.1575 (gouache on parchment) by Persian School, (16th century); 16.2x11 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Persian, out of copyright

Islamic and Moorish design for shutters and divans, from Art and Industry
STC132689 Islamic and Moorish design for shutters and divans, from Art and Industry, published by Delatre, Paris, 1857 (engraving) by Albanis de Beaumont

Example of a Turkish Chimney, from Art and Industry, published by Delatre
STC132820 Example of a Turkish Chimney, from Art and Industry, published by Delatre, Paris, 1857 (engraving) by Albanis de Beaumont

The Diwan-i Khas from the Mussaman Burj, Agra Palace, 1862-64. Creator: John Murray
The Diwan-i Khas from the Mussaman Burj, Agra Palace, 1862-64

Divan, Court of the Fish Pond, 1907. Creator: Unknown
Divan, Court of the Fish Pond, 1907. Plasterwork and intricate tiling, interior decoration in the Court of the Myrtles, palace of the Alhambra, Granada, Spain

Hishams Palace. 8th century AD. Khirbat al-Mafjar, near Jericho. Was built by Waild Ibn Yazid in 734 AD, during the reign of Caliph Hisham Ibn Abdelmalik (724-743 AD). Stucco dome of the diwan

Diwan-i-Khas Delhi, India, circa 1890s
Diwan-i-Khas or Audience Hall, Red Fort, Delhi, India, circa 1890s. Date: circa 1890s

Diwan Khana, Fatehpur Sikri, Uttar Pradesh, India
Interior view, Diwan Khana, Fatehpur Sikri, Uttar Pradesh, India. It is a 16th century Mughal palace. Date: circa 1890s

Diwan-i-Khas, Fatehpur Sikri, India
Diwan-i-Khas - Hall of Private Audience at Fatehpur Sikri in Uttar Pradesh, India. The historical city was built by Mughal emperor Akbar in 1570

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The Diwan, a symbol of grandeur and opulence, holds a significant place in history. One such remarkable diwan is located at Hisham's Palace in Khirbat al-Mafjar, near Jericho. Dating back to the 8th century AD, this architectural marvel showcases the artistic brilliance of that era. Intriguingly, an image captured in 1907 takes us on a visual journey through time as we stand at the entrance of the Divan Hall of the Two Sisters. The creator remains unknown but their work immortalizes this magnificent structure for generations to come. Moving beyond mere architecture, diwans have witnessed historical events unfold within their walls. One such event was "The Surrender of Moolraj" depicted by James Grant around 1891. This painting transports us to a momentous occasion where power dynamics shifted hands. Diwans were not just limited to palaces; they found their way into literature too. A polychrome lacquer binding with flap created for Amir Ali Shir Nawa i' serves as evidence of how these exquisite pieces adorned literary works during that period. Artistic expressions also found their way onto parchment with "Men Hunting Deer and a Lion. " Created around 1575 using gouache technique, this artwork captures both beauty and ferocity intertwined harmoniously. Islamic and Moorish designs showcased on shutters and divans highlight the fusion between art and industry during those times. These intricate patterns exemplify craftsmanship at its finest while adding elegance to any space they adorn. Even Turkish chimneys embraced artistic flair as seen in an example from Art and Industry published by Delatre. Such attention to detail demonstrates how even functional elements could be transformed into objects d'art. Another notable they are be found within Agra Palace - The Diwan-i Khas from Mussaman Burj (1862-64) designed by John Murray.