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"Laila Visiting Majnun in the Desert", Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Amir Khusrau Dihlavi, 1520-25 (ink, opaque w / c & gold on paper)
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"Laila Visiting Majnun in the Desert", Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Amir Khusrau Dihlavi, 1520-25 (ink, opaque w / c & gold on paper)
6366182 " Laila Visiting Majnun in the Desert", Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Amir Khusrau Dihlavi, 1520-25 (ink, opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Muhammad, Ala al-Din (fl.1520-25); 21.6x13.3 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Calligrapher: Ala al-Din Muhammad
Author: Amir Khusrau Dihlavi (Indian, Patiyali, 1253-1325 Delhi))
Media ID 25134934
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This print titled "Laila Visiting Majnun in the Desert" transports viewers to a world of timeless love and devotion. The image is a folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Amir Khusrau Dihlavi, created between 1520-25 by Muhammad, Ala al-Din. Measuring 21.6x13.3 cm, this masterpiece can be found at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The scene depicted showcases Laila's visit to Majnun in the vast desert landscape. Their names have become synonymous with passionate love stories throughout Persian literature and beyond. In this moment frozen in time, their connection is palpable as they stand together against the backdrop of endless sand dunes. The intricate details captured through ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper bring life to this Islamic Arabic manuscript. The calligrapher behind this work is Ala al-Din Muhammad while Amir Khusrau Dihlavi serves as the author. As we gaze upon this artwork, we are reminded of the power and intensity that love holds across cultures and centuries. It speaks to our shared human experience and emotions that transcend time and place. This photograph print from Bridgeman Images allows us to appreciate not only the artistic mastery but also delve into an age-old tale that continues to captivate hearts around the world – a testament to its enduring relevance today.
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