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Mahmud al-Kashgari
Mahmud al-Kashgari - an 11th-century Kara-Khanid scholar and lexicographer of the Turkic languages from Kashgar
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Media ID 19921632
© AEO Nazarbayev Intellectual Schools / Mary Evans
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Introduce a touch of history and culture to your home or office with our exquisite Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This captivating image of Mahmud al-Kashgari, the 11th-century Kara-Khanid scholar and lexicographer from Kashgar, is an inspiring addition to any space. Sourced from the extensive archive of Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed print is not only a beautiful work of art but also a testament to the rich history of the Turkic languages. Elevate your decor and ignite conversation with this intriguing piece. Order your Mahmud al-Kashgari Photographic Print today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.2cm x 25.4cm (7.2" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from the annals of medieval Central Asian scholarship, we find Mahmud al-Kashgari, an 11th-century intellectual from the Kara-Khanid Kingdom based in present-day Xinjiang, China. Mahmud al-Kashgari is renowned for his seminal work, "The Comprehensive Dictionary of the Turkic Dialects," or "Divan-i Lughat-i Turk," a groundbreaking lexicon that aimed to document the vast array of Turkic languages and dialects spoken across the vast Eurasian steppes. The scholar is depicted in this print with a quill pen in hand, poised above a parchment, his brow furrowed in deep concentration as he meticulously records the intricacies of the Turkic tongues. Surrounding him are piles of books, their pages brimming with the knowledge he sought to preserve and disseminate. The richly patterned rug beneath his feet and the ornate, arched doorway behind him speak to the cosmopolitan and sophisticated milieu in which Mahmud al-Kashgari lived and worked. Mahmud al-Kashgari's "Divan-i Lughat-i Turk" was not only a linguistic achievement but also a testament to the vibrant cultural exchange that characterized the Silk Road era. His work reflected the diverse influences that shaped the intellectual landscape of the time, from Persian, Arabic, and Chinese languages to the various Turkic dialects that crisscrossed the continent. This image of Mahmud al-Kashgari serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring legacy of the great scholars and thinkers who, like him, dedicated their lives to the pursuit of knowledge and the preservation of cultural heritage. Their works continue to inspire and enlighten us, bridging the chasm of time and connecting us to the rich tapestry of human history.
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