Persian Miniatures from the Shahnameh
Description
The Shahnameh, Iran's national epic, has been illustrated again and again over the course of Persian history. This epic poem, written by the poet Firdausi in the early 11th century, recounts Persia's mythological and historical past. This program traces the development of Shahnameh painting over three centuries and under the patronage of three distinct Persian dynasties. Parallels between miniature painting and other art forms of the time are drawn, and the cultural settings in which this art flourished are examined. This fascinating look at a unique art form was produced with the assistance of the Fogg Art Museum.
Runtime
30 min
Subjects
Geography
Genre
Date of Publication
[2012], cuuuu
Database
Films on Demand
Direct Link
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