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Garden Gathering, Iran, 1640-50. Creator: Unknown
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Garden Gathering, Iran, 1640-50. Creator: Unknown
Garden Gathering, Iran, 1640-50. A woman displays burn marks, associated with mystics and lovers, on her lower arms to a merchant in European dress
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Ceramics Tiles Fritware Glazed Iran Iranian Isfahan Merchant Persia Persian Refreshment Scar Stone Paste Stonepaste Tile Tiles Black Colour Cuerda Seca Green Colour
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Garden Gathering, Iran, 1640-50 - A Captivating Encounter
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. In this intriguing print from the 17th century, we are transported to a lush garden in Iran. The scene captures a captivating moment between two individuals from different worlds. An unknown woman proudly displays burn marks on her lower arms, symbols associated with mystics and lovers, to a merchant dressed in European attire. The ceramic tiles adorning the background showcase the exquisite craftsmanship of Persian pottery. Painted and polychrome glazed using the cuerda seca technique, these decorative arts add vibrant colors such as black and green to the composition. The stone paste used for their creation gives them an enduring quality that has stood the test of time. As we delve into this snapshot of history, it is impossible not to be captivated by the fusion of cultures present. The woman's traditional Persian dress stands out against the merchant's European clothing, representing both their individual identities and their connection through trade. This encounter takes place within Isfahan's enchanting gardens - havens where leisure intertwines with religion and refreshment for both body and soul can be found amidst nature's beauty. It is here that they meet; she sharing her heritage art while he brings his foreign goods. While much remains unknown about these figures frozen in time, this print serves as a testament to our shared human experience across continents and centuries. It reminds us that even in moments of cultural exchange or commerce, connections can be formed that transcend language barriers
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