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Premium Framed Print : Harun al-Rashid and the inside a hammam (From a Manuscript of the Khamsa of Nizami), c
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Harun al-Rashid and the inside a hammam (From a Manuscript of the Khamsa of Nizami), c
Harun al-Rashid and the inside a hammam (From a Manuscript of the Khamsa of Nizami), c. 1495. Found in the collection of British Library
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Afghanistan Bath Bathhouse Bathing Place Baths Beauty British Library Caliph Elixir Of Life Folk Medicine Hammam Herat School Hot Spring Illuminated Art Illuminated Letter Illuminated Manuscript Islamic Art Joie De Vivre Khamsa Miniature Nizami One Thousand And One Nights Persian Miniature Steam Bath The Oriental Arts Thermae Turkish Bath Watercolour On Parchment Harun Al Rashid
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases a mesmerizing scene from the manuscript of the Khamsa of Nizami, dating back to approximately 1495. The image depicts Harun al-Rashid, an influential Abbasid caliph, immersed in the serene ambiance of a hammam (bathhouse). Preserved within the esteemed collection of the British Library, this anonymous work hails from Afghanistan's Herat School. The artwork beautifully captures the essence of indulgence and relaxation as Harun al-Rashid revels in his bath. Bathing places were not only spaces for physical cleansing but also served as social hubs where people gathered to unwind and engage in conversation. This painting transports us to a bygone era, offering a glimpse into daily life during ancient times. The illuminated artistry and intricate details showcased in this Persian miniature are truly awe-inspiring. Every stroke brings forth vibrant colors that breathe life into each element depicted – from swirling steam rising above hot springs to elegantly adorned walls surrounding the hammam. As we delve deeper into this masterpiece, it becomes evident that more than just capturing beauty or leisurely activities, it symbolizes much more. It represents an appreciation for joie de vivre and highlights how communal bathing practices played significant roles not only in personal hygiene but also folk medicine and well-being. Through this remarkable watercolor on parchment piece, we are transported back centuries ago to witness both cultural traditions and artistic brilliance intertwine harmoniously within Islamic art.
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