Shah 'Abbas giftbook

£9.99

Shah ʿAbbas was one of Iran's most influential leaders. During his rule (1587-1629), he left a far-reaching mark on the society and artistic heritage of Iran. He renovated the country's famous Shi'i shrines anddonatedto them priceless works of art including sumptuous carpets, silks, porcelain and albums, many of them illustrated here in glorious detail. This book will look at this mercurial character and his crowning artistic achievement, the new capital at Isfahan: influenced by the many surrounding cultures it seemed to resemble 'half the world'. His relationship with these courtiers andtheir lifestyle will be illustrated with contemporary scenes taken from beautiful miniatures and calligraphies by the leading scribes. The book will also include the only known contemporary portraits of Shah ʿAbbas and likenesses of importantfigures at his court.

In Detail

Product code: cmc24551
Exhibition: Shah Abbas
Price category: Under �10
Author: Dr Sheila R. Canby
ISBN: 9780714124551
Number of pages: 96
llustrations: 50 colour
Publication date: 23-02-2009
Standard UK delivery: 3-5 working days (overseas delivery times may vary)

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