The Shah Abbasi Motif: A Persian Floral Legacy (طرح شاه عباسی: میراث گل فارسی)

Size: 30×30 (cm)

Artistic Execution & Theme

Element Description
Medium Stained Glass Mosaic
Central Motif The Shah Abbasi Flower (گل شاه عباسی), the most iconic and essential motif in Persian design.
Symbolism Rooted in the ancient symbolism of the Lotus, this regal flower signifies prosperity, purity, eternal life, and the celestial garden (paradise).
Technique & History The execution utilizes the mosaic technique, a method that represents the pinnacle of decorative arts. Its use flourished in the architecture of the Gurkani (Mughal) Empire (e.g., the Taj Mahal).
Tradition This specific craft draws its roots deeply from both the Classical Iranian and the Florentine (Italian Renaissance) traditions of sophisticated architectural ornamentation.

Epilogue: The Narrative

The result is a piece that is not just a decoration, but a vibrant, light-filled tribute to the enduring power and spiritual depth of Persian artistry and its legacy across global architectural traditions.

 

Size: 30×30 (cm)

Artistic Execution & Theme

Element Description
Medium Stained Glass Mosaic
Central Motif The Shah Abbasi Flower (گل شاه عباسی), the most iconic and essential motif in Persian design.
Symbolism Rooted in the ancient symbolism of the Lotus, this regal flower signifies prosperity, purity, eternal life, and the celestial garden (paradise).
Technique & History The execution utilizes the mosaic technique, a method that represents the pinnacle of decorative arts. Its use flourished in the architecture of the Gurkani (Mughal) Empire (e.g., the Taj Mahal).
Tradition This specific craft draws its roots deeply from both the Classical Iranian and the Florentine (Italian Renaissance) traditions of sophisticated architectural ornamentation.

Epilogue: The Narrative

The result is a piece that is not just a decoration, but a vibrant, light-filled tribute to the enduring power and spiritual depth of Persian artistry and its legacy across global architectural traditions.