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Illustration from Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam, 1920 (engraving)
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Illustration from Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam, 1920 (engraving)
3031874 Illustration from RubAaiyAat of Omar Khayyam, 1920 (engraving) by Balfour, Ronald (1896-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: The RubAaiyAat of Omar KhayyAam is the title that Edward FitzGerald gave to his translation of a selection of poems, originally written in Persian and numbering about a thousand, attributed to Omar KhayyAam (1048-1131), a Persian poet, mathematician, and astronomer. A ruba i is a two-line stanza with two parts (or hemistichs) per line, hence the word rubAaiyAat (derived from the Arabic language root for " four" ), meaning " quatrains".); British, out of copyright
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This print showcases an exquisite illustration from the renowned "Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam" collection, engraved by Ronald Balfour in 1920. Held within a private collection, this artwork captures the essence of Edward FitzGerald's translation of Omar Khayyam's Persian poems. Omar Khayyam, a multifaceted Persian poet, mathematician, and astronomer from the 11th century, penned around a thousand poems. The Rubaiyat is a selection of these poems translated into English by FitzGerald. Each poem follows the ruba'i form—a two-line stanza with two parts per line—hence its name "rubaiyat" derived from Arabic for "quatrains". Balfour's engraving beautifully complements the literary brilliance of Khayyam's verses. With intricate details and delicate lines, he brings to life the enchanting imagery woven within each quatrain. This fusion of art and poetry creates an immersive experience that transports viewers to ancient Persia. The Art Nouveau style employed in this illustration adds another layer of elegance to its composition. It harmoniously blends organic forms and flowing lines with symbolic elements inspired by nature. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are reminded not only of Omar Khayyam's poetic genius but also his contributions as a scholar in mathematics and astronomy. Through this image captured by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder, we can appreciate both the beauty and intellectual depth
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