Mirza Zayn al-`Abidin

Abu al-Hasan Ghaffari Kashani Naqqash-Bashi

Created:

Movement:

unknown

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key Notes:

Persian Portraiture, Royal Iconography

Dimensions:

medium:

Gouache on paper

Difficulty:

Master

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story of the work:

"Mirza Zayn al-`Abidin," created by Abu al-Hasan Ghaffari Kashani Naqqash-Bashi in the 17th century, is a significant example of Persian miniature painting that reflects the artistic traditions of the Safavid period. The work is notable for its intricate detail and vibrant color palette, illustrating the cultural and political milieu of its time, as well as the patronage of the arts under Shah Abbas I.

Description of the work:

"Mirza Zayn al-`Abidin," painted by Abu al-Hasan Ghaffari Kashani Naqqash-Bashi, features a detailed portrait of the titular figure, characterized by intricate facial features and a richly adorned turban, indicative of the artist's mastery in rendering textiles and ornamentation. The composition employs a vibrant color palette, with a harmonious interplay of reds, blues, and golds, enhancing the subject's dignified presence within a decorative, patterned background typical of Persian miniature painting.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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