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The Construction of the Persian Image in Renaissance Rome

The Construction of the Persian Image in Renaissance Rome

Hardcover

Series: Heritage Studies in the Muslim World

IslamArchaeology

PREORDER - Expected ship date October 28, 2026

ISBN10: 3032143802
ISBN13: 9783032143808
Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
Published: Oct 28 2026
Pages: 81
Language: English

This book offers a distinctive and compelling examination of artworks as vital historical documents, utilizing a multifaceted lens to delve into the cultural and artistic landscape of a particular era. By analyzing Papal commissions in Rome from the 15th to 17th centuries that notably incorporate Persian motifs, the book reveals the intentions of artists, the motivations of patrons, and the evolving styles and motifs across different cultures. Employs traditional art historical approaches but also extends beyond them, the book considers these artistic creations as significant contributions to the broader cultural heritage of the region. This book is a must read for scholars of Islamic studies and heritage studies.

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