ʿAbd al-Ḥayy | |
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 Page from the "Divan" Ahmada Džalaira by 'Abd al-Hayy, Freer Gallery of Art, 1406-10 | |
| Born | 1374 |
| Died | 1405 (aged 30–31) |
| Known for | Miniature art, wall paintings |
ʿAbd al-Ḥayy (1374 - 1405) was a Persian illustrator specializing in discreet, miniature art. His career spanned from the late 14th century through the early 15th century.[1] He is most commonly recognized for his wall paintings that decorated many ornate palaces, including the palaces of the Timurid Empire and his monochromatic ink paintings.[2]
- ^ "'Abd al-Hayy". Oxford Art Online. 2003. doi:10.1093/gao/9781884446054.article.T000089. ISBN 9781884446054.
- ^ P. P. Soucek, “'Abd-Al-Hayy Kaja,” Encyclopædia Iranica, I/2, p. 115; an updated version is available online at http://www.iranicaonline.org/articles/abd-al-hayy-kaja