Seljuq Collection

Nasreddin - Seljuq satirist
Nasreddin or Nasreddin Hodja or Mullah Nasreddin Hooja or Mullah Nasruddin (1208-1284) was a Seljuq satirist, born in Hortu Village in Sivrihisar, Eskisehir Province, Turkey

CRUSADES, 1098. The capture of Antioch, Turkey, by crusaders in 1098. Wood engraving, 19th century

Brightly coloured Seljuk lampas robe, Central Asia, 11th - 12th century (silk) (see also 430214)
CH430215 Brightly coloured Seljuk lampas robe, Central Asia, 11th - 12th century (silk) (see also 430214) by Central Asian School; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Brightly coloured Seljuk lampas robe, Central Asia, 11th - 12th century (silk) (see also 430215)
CH430214 Brightly coloured Seljuk lampas robe, Central Asia, 11th - 12th century (silk) (see also 430215) by Central Asian School; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Lobed Bowl with Seated Figure and Attendants, Seljuq dynasty (1037-1194), late 12th/early 13th century

Large Luster Bowl, Seljuq dynasty (1037-1194), 12th century, dated 1191 (Safar, 587 A. H. )
Large Luster Bowl, Seljuq dynasty (1037-1194), 12th century, dated 1191 (Safar, 587 A.H.)

A Compendium of Treatises on Astronomy and Mathematics by Nasir Al-Din Muhammad bin
3794303 A Compendium of Treatises on Astronomy and Mathematics by Nasir Al-Din Muhammad bin Al-Hasan Al-Tusi (d.1274), Seljuk Anatolia, probably Kaiseri (Qaysariya)

Nasreddin Hodja riding his horse backwards (watercolour on paper)
5892853 Nasreddin Hodja riding his horse backwards (watercolour on paper) by Turkish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nasreddin was a Seljuq satirist)

Inkwell with Zodiac Signs, early 13th century (brass inlaid with silver, copper
5049850 Inkwell with Zodiac Signs, early 13th century (brass inlaid with silver, copper, and black compound) by Iranian school (13th century); 14.9 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

A Compendium of Treatises on Astronomy and Mathematics by Nasir Al-Din Muhammad bin
3794299 A Compendium of Treatises on Astronomy and Mathematics by Nasir Al-Din Muhammad bin Al-Hasan Al-Tusi (d.1274), Seljuk Anatolia, probably Kaiseri (Qaysariya)

Footed Bowl, probably Kashan, Seljuq Period (ceramic)
955432 Footed Bowl, probably Kashan, Seljuq Period (ceramic) by Persian School; 9.8x18.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic Trust; Persian

Preparing medicine from Honey, (ink, opaque w / c and gold on paper)
3493014 Preparing medicine from Honey, (ink, opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Islamic School, (13th century); 31.4X22.9 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

A Compendium of Treatises on Astronomy and Mathematics by Nasir Al-Din Muhammad bin
3794317 A Compendium of Treatises on Astronomy and Mathematics by Nasir Al-Din Muhammad bin Al-Hasan Al-Tusi (d.1274), Seljuk Anatolia, probably Kaiseri (Qaysariya)

Bobrinsky Cauldron, Seljuk Dynasty, 1163 (bronze)
2917525 Bobrinsky Cauldron, Seljuk Dynasty, 1163 (bronze) by Persian School, (12th century); height: 18.5 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; Iranian, out of copyright

A Compendium of Treatises on Astronomy and Mathematics by Nasir Al-Din Muhammad bin
3794309 A Compendium of Treatises on Astronomy and Mathematics by Nasir Al-Din Muhammad bin Al-Hasan Al-Tusi (d.1274), Seljuk Anatolia, probably Kaiseri (Qaysariya)

Nasreddin Hodja riding his horse backwards (watercolour on paper)
5892854 Nasreddin Hodja riding his horse backwards (watercolour on paper) by Turkish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nasreddin was a Seljuq satirist)

A Compendium of Treatises on Astronomy and Mathematics by Nasir Al-Din Muhammad bin
3794306 A Compendium of Treatises on Astronomy and Mathematics by Nasir Al-Din Muhammad bin Al-Hasan Al-Tusi (d.1274), Seljuk Anatolia, probably Kaiseri (Qaysariya)

A Compendium of Treatises on Astronomy and Mathematics by Nasir Al-Din Muhammad bin
3794296 A Compendium of Treatises on Astronomy and Mathematics by Nasir Al-Din Muhammad bin Al-Hasan Al-Tusi (d.1274), Seljuk Anatolia, probably Kaiseri (Qaysariya)

A Compendium of Treatises on Astronomy and Mathematics by Nasir Al-Din Muhammad bin
3794286 A Compendium of Treatises on Astronomy and Mathematics by Nasir Al-Din Muhammad bin Al-Hasan Al-Tusi (d.1274), Seljuk Anatolia, probably Kaiseri (Qaysariya)

Roundel, Iran, 11th century. Creator: Unknown
Roundel, Iran, 11th century

Bowl with Prince on Horseback, Iran, 12th-13th century. Creator: Unknown
Bowl with Prince on Horseback, Iran, 12th-13th century

Incense Burner of Amir Saif al-Dunya wa l-Din ibn Muhammad al-Mawardi, Iran, dated A.H. 577/ A.D. 1181-82. Zoomorphic incense burners were popular during the Seljuq period

Incense Burner, Iran, 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Incense Burner, Iran, 12th century. Birds figure prominently in the decorative repertoire of the Seljuq period, and were probably associated with good fortune

Ewer with Horsemen Inscribed in Arabic, Iran, 2nd half 12th-early 13th century
Ewer with Horsemen Inscribed in Arabic with Good Wishes to its Owner, Iran, second half 12th-early 13th century. Horsemen in procession between two rows of kufic inscription. Mina i production

Head from a Figure with a Beaded Headdress, Iran, 12th-early 13th century. rare example from the Seljuq period

Ewer with Molded Inscriptions, Animals and Dancers, Iran, last quarter 11th or 12th century. Inscription mentions the name of the potter, Abu Ahmad Qassa i

Fragment of a Frieze, Iran, 11th century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment of a Frieze, Iran, 11th century. The friezes inscription may have originally named Seljuq sultan Malik Shah (r. 1073-92)

Large Turquoise Jar, Iran, 12th-13th century. Creator: Unknown
Large Turquoise Jar, Iran, 12th-13th century. Motifs typical of the Seljuq period including winged griffins and arabesque design. with inscriptions of good wishes in small kufic script

Sultan Sanjar and the Old Woman, Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami, early 16th century

Mosaic with Arabic scripture. 1242-1243. From the Madrasa of Sircali, Konya (Turkey). Pergamon Museum. Berlin. Germany

Turkey. Aksaray Province. Sultanhan caravanserai. Built at 13th century. Seljuq style. Portal

Islamic Art. Turkey. Anatolia. Sultanhani Carvanserai. Built
Islamic Art. Turkey. Anatolia. Selyucids period. Sultanhani Carvanserai. Built from 1226 to 1229. The Caravanserai are building for protecting from thieves

CRUSADES, 1097. The defeat of the Turks by Bohemond, Tancred, Robert of Normandy, Godfrey of Bouillon, and others of the First Crusade at Eskisehir (Dorylaeum) on 1 July 1097

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"Exploring the Legacy of Seljuq: From Satire to Splendor" Step into the world of Seljuq, a medieval empire that left an indelible mark on history. Meet Nasreddin, the witty satirist whose tales continue to entertain and provoke thought even today. As we delve deeper, witness the clash of civilizations during the Crusades as Antioch falls into the hands of crusaders in 1098. Journey to Konya, Turkey, where Sultans Tombs stand proudly within the Mausoleum of Aleeddin Mosque. These majestic structures pay homage to the powerful rulers who once reigned over this land. In Isfahan's Friday Mosque, marvel at the intricate beauty of Oljeitu Mihrab from 1310 - a testament to Seljuq craftsmanship. Admire a mosaic adorned with Arabic scripture dating back to 1242-1243; it once graced Madrasa walls and spoke volumes about Islamic artistry. Immerse yourself in Central Asia's vibrant culture through brightly colored Seljuk lampas robes made from silk during the 11th - 12th century. Discover treasures like a lobed bowl featuring a seated figure and attendants from the illustrious Seljuq dynasty. Another masterpiece awaits – a large luster bowl dated back to 1191 (Safar, 587 A. H. ), showcasing their mastery in ceramics. Uncover knowledge preserved through time with "A Compendium of Treatises on Astronomy and Mathematics" by Nasir Al-Din Muhammad bin – an invaluable contribution that shaped scientific progress for generations. Lastly, behold a folio from a Qur'an created between c. 1075-1100 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper – an exquisite example of calligraphy and devotion intertwined.