Friday 25 October 2013

Book of Prayers -Ahmad Nairizi (active 1682–1739)




Book of Prayers, Surat al-Yasin and Surat al-Fath


  • This prayer book reflects the interaction between India and Iran in the eighteenth century. It contains the Surat al-Yasin and the Surat al-Fath (Victory) copied by the celebrated master of revival naskh, Ahmad Nairizi, with illuminations attributed to the renowned Muhammad Hadi. The color palette and decoration of naturalistic grape-bearing vines and vegetal scrolls in vibrant gold, pistachio green, and crimson resemble designs used in Mughal and Kashmiri manuscript illumination, architectural decoration, and decorative arts.


sumber dari: metmuseum.org

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