Bahram Visits the White Domed Pavilion on Friday, illustrated with text in Khamsa of Nizami (verso), from a Haft Paykar (Seven Portraits) of Nizami
The image depicts a colorful illustration of a scene inside a building. The building has a white exterior with a large white dome on top. The interior has white walls with decorative tiles and intricate designs. Inside the building, there are several people dressed in traditional clothing, including long robes and headwear. Some people are standing, while others are sitting on the floor or on thrones. One man sits on a throne-like chair on the right. A man in a white robe sits on the floor to his left. A man in an orange robe stands in a green picture frame on the wall. The floor is covered with patterned tiles and rugs. There are several decorative elements, including a large vase, a lamp, and a tray with objects on it. The overall atmosphere suggests a formal gathering or ceremony. The image includes several lines of text written in a foreign language, possibly Arabic or Persian, which are likely part of the original artwork. The paper is yellowed with age and has some tears and stains.
Artwork Details
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- 581 × 900 px
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