Maqama Collection

Ms Arab 5847 f. 29, Burial of a plague victim, from Al Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c. 1240 (gouache on paper)
CHT179386 Ms Arab 5847 f.29, Burial of a plague victim, from Al Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c.1240 (gouache on paper) by Al-Wasiti, Yahya ibn Mahmud (13th Century); Bibliotheque Nationale

Ms Ar 5847, Childbirth, from Al Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c
CHT187397 Ms Ar 5847, Childbirth, from Al Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c.1240 (gouache on vellum) by Al-Wasiti, Yahya ibn Mahmud (13th Century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

A chalet, scene from a manuscript of the Maqamat of Al-Harari
STC172980 A chalet, scene from a manuscript of the Maqamat of Al-Harari, engraved by Lestel, published by Lemercier, Paris (colour litho) by Persian School

Scenes taken from a manuscript of the Maqamat of Al-Hariri, engraved by Lestel
STC172979 Scenes taken from a manuscript of the Maqamat of Al-Hariri, engraved by Lestel, published by Lemercier, Paris (colour litho) by Persian School

Ms Ar 5847 fol. 5, Abu Zayd in the library at Basra, from The Maqamat
CHT245023 Ms Ar 5847 fol.5, Abu Zayd in the library at Basra, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c.1240 (gouache on paper) by Al-Wasiti

The doctors visit to his patient, scene from The Maqamat
CHT176048 The doctors visit to his patient, scene from The Maqamat by Al-Hariri (gouache on vellum) by Persian School, (14th century); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna

Caravan of pilgrims in Ramleh (from a manuscript of Maqamat of al-Hariri), 1237. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Ms Ar 3929 f. 69, Abu Zayd leaves al-Harith during the Pilgrimage to northern Iraq
BAL69602 Ms Ar 3929 f.69, Abu Zayd leaves al-Harith during the Pilgrimage to northern Iraq, from Al Maqamat, ( The Meetings ), illustrated by Hariri

Ms Ar 3929 f. 122, Farewells of Abu-Zayd and Al-Harith before the return to Mecca
BAL58102 Ms Ar 3929 f.122, Farewells of Abu-Zayd and Al-Harith before the return to Mecca, from Al Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c.1240 (gouache on vellum) by Persian School

The 43rd Maquma of Al-Hariri, 1225-1235 (tempera on paper)
BAL2958029 The 43rd Maquma of Al-Hariri, 1225-1235 (tempera on paper) by Iraqi School (13th Century); 41x20.5 cm; (add.info.: Abu Muhammad al-Qasim ibn Ali ibn Muhammad ibn Uthman al-Hariri (Arabic)

Ms c-23 f. 99a, Thief taking his Loot, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri
XIR169324 Ms c-23 f.99a, Thief taking his Loot, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri (1054-1121), c.1240 (gouache on vellum) by Persian School

Ms c-23 f. 12a, A caravan stop, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c
XIR169323 Ms c-23 f.12a, A caravan stop, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c.1240 (gouache on vellum) by Persian School, (13th century); 26.5x21.5 cm; Institute of Oriental Studies, St

Ms c-23 f. 16b, Literary Meeting, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c
XIR169322 Ms c-23 f.16b, Literary Meeting, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c.1240 (gouache on vellum) by Persian School, (13th century); 26.5x21.5 cm; Institute of Oriental Studies, St

Ms Ar 5847 f. 11, A caravan rest, from Le Maqamat de al Hariri, c. 1240
XIR169312 Ms Ar 5847 f.11, A caravan rest, from Le Maqamat de al Hariri, c.1240 (gouache on paper) (b/w photo) by Al-Wasiti, Yahya ibn Mahmud (13th Century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Ms c-23 f. 165a, A Doctor Performing a Bleeding in a Crowd of Curious People
XIR157773 Ms c-23 f.165a, A Doctor Performing a Bleeding in a Crowd of Curious People, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c.1240 (gouache & ink on vellum) by Persian School

Ms C-23 f. 43b, An old man and a young man in front of the tents of the rich pilgrims
XIR155436 Ms C-23 f.43b, An old man and a young man in front of the tents of the rich pilgrims, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri (1054-1121) c.1240 (gouache on vellum) by Persian School

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"Maqama: A Glimpse into the Intriguing World of Al-Hariri's Masterpiece" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of "Maqamat, " a collection of tales written by Al-Hariri in the 13th century. Through exquisite gouache illustrations on paper, this manuscript transports us to a bygone era filled with diverse scenes and intriguing characters. In Ms Arab 5847 f. 29, we witness the somber Burial of a plague victim, where grief-stricken individuals bid farewell to their loved ones amidst an atmosphere heavy with sorrow. The artist's delicate strokes capture both the solemnity and fragility of life during that period. Ms Ar 5847 f. 105 unveils another facet of society as it depicts A Slave Market bustling with activity. This thought-provoking scene forces us to confront uncomfortable truths about human exploitation while marveling at the intricate details that bring this marketplace to life. Childbirth is celebrated in Ms Ar 5847, reminding us of the eternal cycle of life. The joyous occasion depicted here showcases women supporting one another through labor pains, highlighting both strength and vulnerability simultaneously. In Ms Ar 5847 f. 11, we join Al-Harith as he discovers a profound sentence from the Qur'an, evoking contemplation on matters beyond our immediate reality. These words hold wisdom that transcends time and provide solace even today. The journey continues aboard Abu Zayd and Al-Harith's sailing expedition from Basra to Oman (Ms Ar 5847 f. 119v). As they navigate treacherous waters along the Arabian Gulf, their adventurous spirit echoes throughout history—a testament to mankind's enduring thirst for exploration. Nature takes center stage in Ms Ar 5847 f. 101 as we encounter a majestic Herd of camels traversing vast desert landscapes—an emblematic symbol synonymous with the Arabian Peninsula.