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Ms E-7 fol. 181b Zebu, illustration from The Wonders of the Creation and the
XIR352369 Ms E-7 fol.181b Zebu, illustration from The Wonders of the Creation and the Curiosities of Existence by Zakariya ibn Muhammad al-Qazwini (gouache on paper) by Islamic School, (14th century); 0.40 x 0.29 cm; Institute of Oriental Studies, St. Petersburg, Russia; (add.info.: Zakariya al-Qazwini (1203-83); Persian physician, cosmographer, astronomer and geographer; lived in Baghdad; his cosmography, written in Arabic, Les Merveilles de la creation et curiosites de l existence was very popular and translated into Turkish and Persian; ); out of copyright
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This print showcases an exquisite illustration from the 14th-century manuscript, "The Wonders of the Creation and the Curiosities of Existence" by Zakariya ibn Muhammad al-Qazwini. Measuring at a delicate size of 0.40 x 0.29 cm, this gouache on paper artwork depicts a majestic zebu, beautifully rendered by an Islamic School artist. Zakariya al-Qazwini, a renowned Persian physician, cosmographer, astronomer, and geographer who resided in Baghdad during his lifetime (1203-83), authored this remarkable cosmography in Arabic titled "Les Merveilles de la creation et curiosites de l existence". The popularity of his work led to translations into Turkish and Persian languages. The Institute of Oriental Studies in St. Petersburg, Russia houses this precious piece that captures the essence of nature's marvels within its pages. This particular illustration showcases the intricate details and mastery with which Islamic artists depicted animals during that era. With its vibrant colors and meticulous brushstrokes, this image transports viewers back in time to appreciate both the artistic skill involved as well as gain insight into how various cultures perceived and celebrated creatures from our natural world. As we admire this mesmerizing depiction of a zebu through centuries-old eyes, let us be reminded not only of humanity's fascination with nature but also our enduring quest for knowledge about our surroundings.
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