Islam Collection (page 100)

Engraved Lamp Stand with Cartouches and Medallions, Iran, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Engraved Lamp Stand with Cartouches and Medallions, Iran, 16th century. ...candle; if you don t burn. I am a beggar; one day near thee

The Seley Carpet, Iran, late 16th century. Creator: Unknown
The Seley Carpet, Iran, late 16th century

Green Glass Jar, Iran, 10th century. Creator: Unknown
Green Glass Jar, Iran, 10th century

Cup with a Poem on Wine, Iran, second half 10th-11th century. Creator: Unknown
Cup with a Poem on Wine, Iran, second half 10th-11th century

Pendant, Iran, 11th-12th century. Creator: Unknown
Pendant, Iran, 11th-12th century. May have been a talisman

Buff Ware Fragment with Horned Animals, Iran, 9th-10th century. Creator: Unknown
Buff Ware Fragment with Horned Animals, Iran, 9th-10th century

Bottle with Four Handles, Iran, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Bottle with Four Handles, Iran, 19th century. INfluenced by Venetian style

Square Tray with Recessed Medallion, Iran, early 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Square Tray with Recessed Medallion, Iran, early 13th century. Kufic inscription conveys lengthy benedictions in Arabic to an anonymous owner

Incense Burner, Iran, 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Incense Burner, Iran, 12th century. Birds figure prominently in the decorative repertoire of the Seljuq period, and were probably associated with good fortune

Bowl with a Ruler and Attendants, Iran, 12th-13th century. Creator: Unknown
Bowl with a Ruler and Attendants, Iran, 12th-13th century

Two-Spouted Vessel with a Lid, Syria or Iran, 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Two-Spouted Vessel with a Lid, Syria or Iran, 12th century. With an inscription in pseudo-kufic script

Inkwell with Zodiac Signs, probably Iran, early 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Inkwell with Zodiac Signs, probably Iran, early 13th century

Finial with Arabic Inscription"Ya, Da im"("Oh, Everlasting
Finial with Arabic Inscription" Ya, Da im" (" Oh, Everlasting!" ), probably Iran, 17th century. Shi i commemoration of the martyrdom of Husain at the battle of Karbala

Finial with Inscription "Ya Khafar"("Oh, Protector
Finial with Inscription " Ya Khafar" (" Oh, Protector!" ), probably Iran, 17th century. Shi i commemoration of the martyrdom of Husain at the battle of Karbala

Dish with a Portrait of a Man, Northwestern Iran, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Dish with a Portrait of a Man, Northwestern Iran, 17th century

Bottle with Impressed Decorations, probably Iran, 10th-11th century. Creator: Unknown
Bottle with Impressed Decorations, probably Iran, 10th-11th century

Basin with Figural Imagery, probably Iran, early 14th century. Creator: Unknown
Basin with Figural Imagery, probably Iran, early 14th century

Bookbinding Element, Iran or Turkey, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Bookbinding Element, Iran or Turkey, 16th century. Scrolling vines and arabesque forms found in a variety of arts from Safavid Iran and Ottoman Turkey

Ewer with Arabic proverb, "Devotion fortifies action"
Ewer with Arabic proverb, " Devotion fortifies action", Iran or present-day Uzbekistan, 10th century. inscription in Kufic script " devotion fortifies action"

Figure, Iran or Iraq, 12th-13th century. Creator: Unknown
Figure, Iran or Iraq, 12th-13th century

Mirror, Iran or Central Asia, 11th-12th century. Creator: Unknown
Mirror, Iran or Central Asia, 11th-12th century

Bowl, Iran or Central Asia, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Bowl, Iran or Central Asia, 15th century. Modeled after a bowl from Ming China

Ewer, Iran or Afghanistan, ca. 1180-1210. Creator: Unknown
Ewer, Iran or Afghanistan, ca. 1180-1210. Harpies and astrological imagery heighten the auspiciousness of this ornament

Pendant, Iran, probably 8th-12th century. Creator: Unknown
Pendant, Iran, probably 8th-12th century

Calligraphy Painting, Iran, ca. 1860. Creator: Ismail Jalayir
Calligraphy Painting, Iran, ca. 1860. Poem in nastaliq script celebrating Nasir al-Din Shah Qajar, the fourth ruler of the Qajar dynasty (reigned 1848-96)

Large Jar, Iran, dated A. H. 681 / A. D. 1282-83. Creator: Unknown
Large Jar, Iran, dated A.H. 681/A.D. 1282-83. Verses read: " Tumultuous air and boiling earth; Joyous is he whose heart is happy. Drink!"

Textile Fragment, Iran, ca. 1540. Creator: Unknown
Textile Fragment, Iran, ca. 1540. Produced during the reign of the Safavid ruler Shah Tahmasp. Peony surrounded by lotus flowers, tulips, and rosettes

Ewer with Horsemen Inscribed in Arabic, Iran, 2nd half 12th-early 13th century
Ewer with Horsemen Inscribed in Arabic with Good Wishes to its Owner, Iran, second half 12th-early 13th century. Horsemen in procession between two rows of kufic inscription. Mina i production

Chess Piece, King, Iran, 9th-12th century. Creator: Unknown
Chess Piece, King, Iran, 9th-12th century

Polonaise Carpet, Iran, first half 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Polonaise Carpet, Iran, first half 17th century

Turquoise Bowl with Carved Rim, Iran, 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Turquoise Bowl with Carved Rim, Iran, 12th century

Flask, Iran, 9th century. Creator: Unknown
Flask, Iran, 9th century

Lid with a Lion attacking a Bull, Iran, 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Lid with a Lion attacking a Bull, Iran, 12th century

Head from a Figure with a Beaded Headdress, Iran, 12th-early 13th century. rare example from the Seljuq period

Goblet with Applied Decoration, Iran, 11th-early 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Goblet with Applied Decoration, Iran, 11th-early 12th century

Seal with Hebrew Inscription, Iran, 10th-11th century. Creator: Unknown
Seal with Hebrew Inscription, Iran, 10th-11th century. May testify to the existence of a Jewish community in eleventh-century Nishapur, or could be a talisman

Inscribed Pen Box, Iran, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Inscribed Pen Box, Iran, 15th century. Inscriptions in thuluth and naskh scripts include poetic verses and good wishes to the owner

Chess Piece, Pawn, Iran, 9th-12th century. Creator: Unknown
Chess Piece, Pawn, Iran, 9th-12th century

Elephant-Shaped Kendi, Iran, second quarter 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Elephant-Shaped Kendi, Iran, second quarter 17th century. Safavid example made of stonepaste

Fan with Poetic Verses, Iran, dated A. H. 1301 / A. D. 1883-84. Creator: Unknown
Fan with Poetic Verses, Iran, dated A.H. 1301/A.D. 1883-84. Rhyming couplets by the renowned Persian mystical poet Hafiz

Ewer with Molded Inscriptions, Animals and Dancers, Iran, last quarter 11th or 12th century. Inscription mentions the name of the potter, Abu Ahmad Qassa i

Long-Handled Spoon Inscribed in Arabic with Good Wishes, Iran, 11th century. Kufic inscription

Engraved Lamp Stand with a Cylindrical Body, Iran, second half 16th century. Safavid lamp stand with inscriptions in Persian nasta liq script

Seal, Iran, 5th-12th century. Creator: Unknown
Seal, Iran, 5th-12th century

Fragment of a Frieze, Iran, 11th century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment of a Frieze, Iran, 11th century. The friezes inscription may have originally named Seljuq sultan Malik Shah (r. 1073-92)

Garrus-ware Bowl, Iran, 12th-13th century. Creator: Unknown
Garrus-ware Bowl, Iran, 12th-13th century

Inkwell with Floral and Animal Imagery, Iran, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Inkwell with Floral and Animal Imagery, Iran, 16th century

Mirror, Iran, 12th-13th century. Creator: Unknown
Mirror, Iran, 12th-13th century

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"Islam: A Tapestry of Faith, Culture, and History" From the intricate Islamic carvings adorning the walls of Alhambra in Spain to the serene sight of a Muslim woman kneeling on her prayer mat in Jordan, Islam weaves together diverse elements that span continents and centuries. In Cairo, a veiled Egyptian woman stands as a symbol of resilience and grace amidst bustling streets. Traveling back in time to the 1800s, Palestinian women gather in Jerusalem, their presence echoing strength and determination. The Old Bridge over the Neretva river in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina tells tales of unity bridging divides through its architectural marvel. The majestic Cedars of Lebanon stand tall as ancient witnesses to faith's endurance throughout generations. Reflecting upon history, we encounter the Arab empire flourishing during the mid-700s—a testament to intellectual advancements that shaped civilizations. Even propaganda postcards cannot overshadow Islam's essence; they merely serve as reminders that misunderstandings can arise from fear or ignorance. Yet amidst turmoil depicted by Arabs fighting tigers in desert landscapes lies an unwavering spirit rooted deep within this faith. Journeying further reveals breathtaking sights like Alhambra palace with its reflecting pool—an oasis for contemplation and beauty nestled within Granada's embrace. And who could forget Dome of the Rock standing proudly alongside Western Wall? These landmarks embody spiritual significance not only for Muslims but also for those seeking solace or connection across cultures. Islam is more than just a religion—it is an intricate tapestry interwoven with artistry, devotion, history, and diversity. It invites us all to explore its rich heritage while fostering understanding among nations worldwide—bridging gaps between past and present so that we may forge a brighter future together.