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A Sufi in Ecstasy in a Landscape, between c1650 and c1660. Creator: Unknown
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A Sufi in Ecstasy in a Landscape, between c1650 and c1660. Creator: Unknown
A Sufi in Ecstasy in a Landscape, between c1650 and c1660
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Ecstasy Iran Iranian Isfahan Islamic Art Middle Eastern Persia Persian Sufi
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This exquisite 17th century artwork, titled "A Sufi in Ecstasy in a Landscape," is a captivating testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Middle East during the Islamic Golden Age. The creator of this masterpiece remains unknown, but it is believed to have originated from the historic city of Isfahan, in present-day Iran, between the years 1650 and 1660. The artwork is a stunning example of the intricate and detailed style of Islamic art from this period. Painted in ink and watercolor washes on paper, the image portrays a male figure, possibly a Sufi mystic, in a state of profound ecstasy. His eyes are closed, and his face is contorted in rapture, as if lost in a deep spiritual trance. The landscape behind him is equally mesmerizing, with rolling hills, rocky outcroppings, and a serene body of water reflecting the vibrant colors of the sky. The Sufi tradition, a mystical branch of Islam, emphasizes the importance of direct personal experience of the divine. The ecstatic state depicted in this artwork represents the height of spiritual enlightenment, a moment of complete union with the divine. The inclusion of the landscape may symbolize the interconnectedness of the natural world and the divine, a common theme in Sufi philosophy. This artwork is now part of the esteemed collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), a testament to its historical significance and artistic merit. It serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring legacy of Islamic art and the rich cultural heritage of the Middle East.
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