AlbumsPersian19th century

Practice Calligraphy (Siah Mashkh)

c. 1850-1886

Artists

Firuz Mirza Nusrat al-Dawla IArtist

Description

This is a fine example of a practice sheet of islami. Difficult to decipher, the text contains phrases of Persian poetry expressing conventional sentiments about romantic suffering. The bold strokes of the calligraphy contrast with the delicate floral ornamentation that surrounds it. The work is unsigned, and the attribution to Firuz Mirza Nusrat al-Dawla I (Firouz Mirza Nosret-ed-Dowleh I) comes from the donor, Afsaneh Firouz-Ardalan. The donor, who served as Calderwood Intern at HUAM during the years 2001 - 2003, is a descendant of the artist.

Classification

Albums

Medium

Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper

Culture

Persian

Period

Qajar period

Century

19th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Islamic & Later Indian Art

Dimensions

overall: 41.5 x 28.9 cm (16 5/16 x 11 3/8 in.) calligraphy: 21.2 x 13.2 cm (8 3/8 x 5 3/16 in.)

Provenance

Afsaneh Firouz, Brookline, MA, Purchased from Firouz Firouz,, 2005, gave to HUAM 2006, 2006. Purchased from her brother, Firouz Firouz, in 2005 Firouz Firouz, sold to Afsaneh Firouz, 2005. Sold in 2005 to Afsaneh Firouz

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