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Yusuf and Zulaikha meet in a garden, 1636 (opaque w / c and gold on paper)
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Yusuf and Zulaikha meet in a garden, 1636 (opaque w / c and gold on paper)
6040463 Yusuf and Zulaikha meet in a garden, 1636 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Samarqandi, Muhammad Nadir (17th century); 25.1x14.4 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; (add.info.: " Yusuf and Zulaikha" is the medieval Islamic version of the story of the prophet Joseph and Potiphars wife.); © San Diego Museum of Art; Edwin Binney 3rd Collection
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© San Diego Museum of Art Edwin Binney 3rd Collection / Bridgeman Images
17 17th Xvii Xviith Seventeenth Century Attendants Bloom Blooming Blooms Blossom Blossoming Canopy Carpet City Fountain Dome Domed Kneel Moghul Moghul Dynasty Moghul Empire Mogul Mughal Mughal Dynasty Mughal Empire Mughals Pavilion Sari South Asian Inida Summer Clothes
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This print titled "Yusuf and Zulaikha meet in a garden, 1636" transports us to the enchanting world of medieval Islamic art. Created by Muhammad Nadir Samarqandi in the 17th century, this masterpiece measures 25.1x14.4 cm and is housed at the San Diego Museum of Art in the USA. The painting depicts a scene from the story of Yusuf (Joseph) and Zulaikha, which is an important narrative in Islamic tradition. The artist skillfully uses opaque watercolor and gold on paper to bring this tale to life. The attention to detail is evident as we observe the intricate clothing worn by both characters, reflecting their status and cultural background. Set against a backdrop of blooming flowers and lush greenery, Yusuf and Zulaikha's meeting takes place within a beautifully designed garden. Attendants kneel nearby as they witness this significant encounter unfold under a magnificent dome-shaped pavilion. The composition showcases elements of South Asian culture with women dressed in traditional saris, adorned with ornate jewelry. A richly patterned carpet adds further opulence to the scene while a canopy provides shade for those present. This artwork offers us not only an insight into historical events but also serves as a testament to the artistic brilliance that thrived during the Mughal Empire in India. It reminds us of how art can transcend time, allowing us glimpses into different cultures and eras through its vivid imagery.
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