Will Kwiatskowski Knihy

Catalogue of over forty pieces of Islamic calligraphy and illumination, covering a period of some 1200 years and representing the calligraphic traditions of an area stretching from Morocco to Central Asia

This exquisite collection showcases over sixty high-quality paintings, drawings, and calligraphy from the Safavid, Uzbek, Ottoman, and Mughal Empires, spanning the 16th to early 19th centuries. It highlights the artistic tradition of album compilation, where works were meticulously curated and decorated, reflecting a rich cultural phenomenon. Notable artists like Mir Ali of Herat and Shah Abbas's Isfahan artisans are featured, alongside the evolution of these art forms through historical events, including the impact of Nadir Shah's invasion of India and the British East India Company's acquisitions.