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A jackal devours a hare from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper)
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A jackal devours a hare from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper)
3619852 A jackal devours a hare from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; (add.info.: Folio 37a from Ms. W.599, a copy of Anvar-i Suhayli (the Lights of Canopus) Persian version by Mirza Rahim of Kalilah wa-Dimnah (The Fables of Bidpay) an ancient Indian collection of animal fables (Panchatantra) which follow the Persian physician Burzuyah on a mission to India where he finds a book of stories collected by anthropomorphized animals who live there)
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This print titled "A jackal devours a hare from Lights of Canopus, 1847" transports viewers to a world where art and storytelling intertwine. The image showcases an ink and pigment on paper masterpiece created by the Persian School in the 19th century. Measuring 35x21.5 cm, this artwork is housed at the prestigious Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, USA. Folio 37a from Ms. W. 599, a copy of Anvar-i Suhayli (the Lights of Canopus), brings to life Mirza Rahim's Persian version of Kalilah wa-Dimnah (The Fables of Bidpay). This ancient Indian collection of animal fables known as Panchatantra follows Burzuyah, a Persian physician on his mission to India. There he discovers anthropomorphized animals who share their wisdom through enchanting stories. In this particular scene, we witness a jackal indulging in its prey - a hare - against the backdrop of an exquisite landscape. The illustration not only captures the rawness and brutality of nature but also explores themes such as morality and behavior within human society. Through vivid brushstrokes and intricate details, this painting invites us into an Iranian world filled with rich cultural references and historical significance. It serves as a reminder that art has always been intertwined with storytelling across different civilizations. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are transported back in time to witness both the beauty and harsh realities found within nature's realm – reminding us that even amidst darkness there is light waiting to be discovered.
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