Abu Zayd Collection

Bowl with a Majlis Scene by a Pond, Iran, dated A. H. 582 / A. D. 1186. Creator: Abu Zayd
Bowl with a Majlis Scene by a Pond, Iran, dated A.H. 582/ A.D. 1186. Abu Zayd, a proficient poet, composed at least one of the love poems inscribed on this bowl

Ms Arab 5847 f. 29, Burial of a plague victim, from Al Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c. 1240 (gouache on paper)
CHT179386 Ms Arab 5847 f.29, Burial of a plague victim, from Al Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c.1240 (gouache on paper) by Al-Wasiti, Yahya ibn Mahmud (13th Century); Bibliotheque Nationale

Ms Ar 5847, Childbirth, from Al Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c
CHT187397 Ms Ar 5847, Childbirth, from Al Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c.1240 (gouache on vellum) by Al-Wasiti, Yahya ibn Mahmud (13th Century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

A chalet, scene from a manuscript of the Maqamat of Al-Harari
STC172980 A chalet, scene from a manuscript of the Maqamat of Al-Harari, engraved by Lestel, published by Lemercier, Paris (colour litho) by Persian School

Scenes taken from a manuscript of the Maqamat of Al-Hariri, engraved by Lestel
STC172979 Scenes taken from a manuscript of the Maqamat of Al-Hariri, engraved by Lestel, published by Lemercier, Paris (colour litho) by Persian School

Ms Ar 5847 fol. 5, Abu Zayd in the library at Basra, from The Maqamat
CHT245023 Ms Ar 5847 fol.5, Abu Zayd in the library at Basra, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c.1240 (gouache on paper) by Al-Wasiti

The doctors visit to his patient, scene from The Maqamat
CHT176048 The doctors visit to his patient, scene from The Maqamat by Al-Hariri (gouache on vellum) by Persian School, (14th century); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna

Bowl, Iran, dated A. H. 583 / A. D. 1187. Creator: Abu Zayd
Bowl, Iran, dated A.H. 583/ A.D. 1187

Ms Ar 3929 f. 69, Abu Zayd leaves al-Harith during the Pilgrimage to northern Iraq
BAL69602 Ms Ar 3929 f.69, Abu Zayd leaves al-Harith during the Pilgrimage to northern Iraq, from Al Maqamat, ( The Meetings ), illustrated by Hariri

Ms Ar 3929 f. 122, Farewells of Abu-Zayd and Al-Harith before the return to Mecca
BAL58102 Ms Ar 3929 f.122, Farewells of Abu-Zayd and Al-Harith before the return to Mecca, from Al Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c.1240 (gouache on vellum) by Persian School

Ms c-23 f. 99a, Thief taking his Loot, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri
XIR169324 Ms c-23 f.99a, Thief taking his Loot, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri (1054-1121), c.1240 (gouache on vellum) by Persian School

Ms c-23 f. 12a, A caravan stop, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c
XIR169323 Ms c-23 f.12a, A caravan stop, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c.1240 (gouache on vellum) by Persian School, (13th century); 26.5x21.5 cm; Institute of Oriental Studies, St

Ms c-23 f. 16b, Literary Meeting, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c
XIR169322 Ms c-23 f.16b, Literary Meeting, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c.1240 (gouache on vellum) by Persian School, (13th century); 26.5x21.5 cm; Institute of Oriental Studies, St

Ms Ar 5847 f. 11, A caravan rest, from Le Maqamat de al Hariri, c. 1240
XIR169312 Ms Ar 5847 f.11, A caravan rest, from Le Maqamat de al Hariri, c.1240 (gouache on paper) (b/w photo) by Al-Wasiti, Yahya ibn Mahmud (13th Century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Ms c-23 f. 165a, A Doctor Performing a Bleeding in a Crowd of Curious People
XIR157773 Ms c-23 f.165a, A Doctor Performing a Bleeding in a Crowd of Curious People, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri, c.1240 (gouache & ink on vellum) by Persian School

Ms C-23 f. 43b, An old man and a young man in front of the tents of the rich pilgrims
XIR155436 Ms C-23 f.43b, An old man and a young man in front of the tents of the rich pilgrims, from The Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri (1054-1121) c.1240 (gouache on vellum) by Persian School

GOVERNOR OF RAHBA, 1237. Abu Zayd before the Governor of Rahba. Manuscript illumination from Maqamat of al-Hariri, Baghdad, 1237

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Abu Zayd: A Journey Through Time and Culture Step into the world of Abu Zayd, a name that resonates through history as an artist and creator. From ancient Iran to bustling markets, from majestic landscapes to intimate moments, his works capture the essence of life in vivid detail. In "Bowl with a Majlis Scene by a Pond, " we are transported to Iran in 1186. The delicate strokes depict a serene gathering by a pond, where people engage in lively conversations amidst nature's beauty. Abu Zayd's artistry brings this scene to life, inviting us to immerse ourselves in its tranquility. Moving forward in time, we encounter "Burial of a plague victim" from Al Maqamat (The Meetings) by Al-Hariri. Painted around 1240, this gouache on paper captures the somber atmosphere surrounding the loss caused by an epidemic. Abu Zayd masterfully portrays the grief-stricken mourners bidding farewell to their loved ones. Continuing our journey through Abu Zayd's works, we come across "A Slave Market. " This painting depicts an unsettling reality of human trafficking during that era. With meticulous attention to detail, he showcases the harshness and injustice faced by those trapped within this trade. As we delve deeper into his collection from Al Maqamat (The Meetings), we witness moments both profound and personal. In "Childbirth, " Abu Zayd celebrates new beginnings as he illustrates the miracle of life itself - capturing emotions ranging from pain to joy within one frame. Another captivating piece is "Al-Harith discovers a sentence of the Qur'an. " Here, Abu Zayd skillfully conveys spiritual enlightenment as Al-Harith uncovers wisdom hidden within sacred texts - reminding us of humanity's eternal quest for knowledge and understanding. Sailing becomes our next adventure with "Abu Zayd and Al-Harith sailing from Basra to Oman.