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Timurs entry into Samarqand, folio from a Zafarnama (Book of Conquest) Shiraz, Iran
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Timurs entry into Samarqand, folio from a Zafarnama (Book of Conquest) Shiraz, Iran
FSG325433 Timurs entry into Samarqand, folio from a Zafarnama (Book of Conquest) Shiraz, Iran, Timurid Dynasty, 1436 (opaque watercolour, ink and gold on paper) by Persian School, (15th century); 25.9x13.2 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution, USA; (add.info.: Timur (1336-1405), known as Tamerlane, was a Turco-Mongol conqueror and founder of the Timurid dynasty in Central Asia. The Zafarnama (Persian: OUuOnUOzU...UcaA, lit. Book of Victory) is a biography of Timur completed by the Persian historian Sharaf ad-Din Ali Yazdi between 1424 and 28 (AH 828-832) commissioned by Ibrahim Sultan, Timurs grandson. Yazdi relied on a previous biography of Timur, also called the Zafarnama, by Nizam ad-Din Shami in 1404.); eFreer Slacker Gallery; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution; Persian, out of copyright
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This print showcases "Timur's entry into Samarqand" a folio from the Zafarnama (Book of Conquest) created in Shiraz, Iran during the 15th century. The artwork, measuring 25.9x13.2 cm, is currently housed at the Freer Gallery of Art in the Smithsonian Institution in the USA. The depicted scene represents Timur (also known as Tamerlane), a Turco-Mongol conqueror and founder of the Timurid dynasty, triumphantly entering Samarqand. Executed with opaque watercolor, ink, and gold on paper by Persian School artists, this miniature illustration exudes grandeur and opulence. Commissioned by Ibrahim Sultan, Timur's grandson, Sharaf ad-Din Ali Yazdi completed the Zafarnama between 1424 and 1428. This biography relied heavily on an earlier work by Nizam ad-Din Shami titled Zafarnama as well. The image captures Timur as a powerful leader amidst his conquests; it is illuminated with intricate details that bring life to every stroke. The manuscript serves not only as a historical record but also as an artistic masterpiece showcasing Persian craftsmanship. As we delve into this mesmerizing piece of artistry and history simultaneously, we are transported back to an era filled with military prowess and cultural achievements. It stands testament to both Timur's legacy and the enduring impact of Persian culture on global art forms.
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