نوع مقاله : مقاله پژوهشی
عنوان مقاله English
نویسنده English
Understanding the identity of Iranian painters and designers is a significant issue that, beyond elevating their status, can contribute to clarifying aspects of the history of Iranian art. Although Safavid miniature painting has been studied extensively from cultural, artistic, and stylistic perspectives, the position and role of Muzaffar Ali-whose artistic essence is embedded in his brushwork-have been less examined. This artist created numerous works in various Safavid court libraries, the most prominent of which is the Muraqqa Amir Hossein Beyg. This study employs a historical-descriptive method and a monographic approach, based on archival research, to describe Muzaffar Ali’s life and analyze the visual structure of his works. The results indicate that Muzaffar Ali was not only a master of painting and illumination but also excelled in other arts of calligraphy and imagery, and that he played a pivotal role in the artistic transition by transmitting traditional visual teachings to subsequent generations of artists. The page designs of the Muraqqa attributed to him are considered outstanding among Safavid albums. He was an influential painter, a creative designer, and a distinguished artist of his era, with his works-especially the Muraqqa-being among the exquisite masterpieces of the period.
Research Objectives
To introduce Muzaffar Ali and understand the context of his activities during the Safavid era.
To examine Muzaffar Ali’s works and albums from formal and content perspectives.
Research Questions
In which fields of visual creation was Muzaffar Ali active as an artist during the Safavid period?
What formal and content characteristics do Muzaffar Ali’s works, especially the Muraqqa Amir Hossein Beyg, exhibit?
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