Revealing the Unseen - New Perspectives on Qajar Art

This volume contains thirteen articles on Iranian art from the Qajar dynasty, presented at a symposium in 2018. The articles explore the arts of painting, illumination, lithography, works on paper, materials, and the history of two groups of artifacts acquired by museums.

Format: Hardback
Length: 216 pages
Publication date: 15 November 2021
Publisher: Gingko Library

The thirteen articles in this comprehensive volume were originally presented as captivating presentations at the symposium of the same name, held in June 2018 by the esteemed Musee du Louvre and the Musee du Louvre-Lens in collaboration with the remarkable exhibition "The Empire of Roses: Masterpieces of 19th Century Persian Art." This exhibition delved into the rich artistic heritage of Iran during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, a period when the nation was under the rule rule of the Qajar dynasty. The symposium aimed to unveil groundbreaking research on previously undiscovered and unpublished artifacts from this pivotal era in art history. This remarkable volume, published in partnership with the Louvre Museum in France, is organized into four insightful sections. The first, titled "Transitions and Transmissions," pays homage to the arts of painting, illumination, and lithography, exploring innovative themes and techniques. The second section, aptly named "The Image Revealed," delves into the world of works on paper, examining fresh perspectives and artistic approaches. The third section, titled "The Material World," explores the fascinating use of materials such as textiles, carpets, and armor, shedding light on their historical significance and cultural relevance. The final section delves into the captivating histories of two groups of artifacts acquired by their respective museums, adding depth and intrigue to this already remarkable collection.

Weight: 1610g
Dimension: 249 x 298 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781909942646