Maqamat Collection

Trading ship. Miniature from al-Hariris Maqamat, 1237. Artist: Anonymous
Trading ship. Miniature from al-Hariris Maqamat, 1237. Found in the collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

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

A physician takes care of a wounded person. Miniature from al-Hariris Maqamat, 1225-1235. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Manuscript illumination from Maqamat of al-Hariri, by Muhammad al-Qasim ibn Ali ibn Muhammad ibn Uthman al-Hariri
HOUR OF BIRTH: ARABIC MS. Manuscript illumination from Maqamat of al-Hariri, by Muhammad al-Qasim ibn Ali ibn Muhammad ibn Uthman al-Hariri, 1237 A.D

Yahya ibn Mahmud al-Wasiti; Al-Hariri of Basra

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

The 43rd Maquma of Al-Hariri, 1225-1235 (tempera on paper)
BAL2958029 The 43rd Maquma of Al-Hariri, 1225-1235 (tempera on paper) by Iraqi School (13th Century); 41x20.5 cm; (add.info.: Abu Muhammad al-Qasim ibn Ali ibn Muhammad ibn Uthman al-Hariri (Arabic)

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

Troop of horsemen with banners, trumpets and drums, at religious ceremony. 1237 manuscript of Maqamat ( Assemblies ) of al-Hariri. Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Maqamat (The Assemblies of al-Hariri), characteristic genre of the medieval arabic literature. Edition carried out in Bagdad and illustrated by al-Wasiti (1237)

Al-Hariri of Basra (1054-1122). Arab erudite
" Al-Hariri of Basra (1054-1122). Arab erudite and poet. " The Maqamat" (The Assemblies of al-Hariri), characteristic genre of the medieval arabic literature

SCRIBE: ARAB, 14th CENTURY. An Arabic scribe at work, after an illustration from a 14th century manuscript of al-Hariris Maqamat

MUSLIM COURT, 1334 A. D. Abu Zayd pleads before the Cadi of Ma arra: Magamat of Al-Hariri illuminated manuscript, 1334
MUSLIM COURT, 1334 A.D. Abu Zayd pleads before the Cadi of Ma arra: Magamat of Al-Hariri illuminated manuscript, 1334. A.D

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"Maqamat: A Glimpse into the Vibrant World of Al-Hariri's Masterpiece" Step into the enchanting world of "Maqamat, " a captivating collection of stories brought to life through exquisite illustrations. Crafted by Al-Hariri in the 13th century, these manuscripts offer a window into the rich cultural tapestry of medieval Arab society. In Ms Arab 5847 f. 29, we witness the somber scene of "Burial of a plague victim. " The delicate strokes and vivid colors depict both sorrow and resilience in the face of adversity. It serves as a poignant reminder that even during times of hardship, humanity prevails. Moving on to Ms Ar 5847 f. 105, we find ourselves amidst an intense atmosphere at "A Slave Market. " This illustration confronts us with uncomfortable truths about human exploitation while showcasing Al-Hariri's ability to capture raw emotions through his brushstrokes. Ms Ar 5847 presents another facet of life - childbirth. In this tender depiction from Al Maqamat (The Meetings), we are reminded not only of new beginnings but also the strength and courage embodied by women throughout history. One cannot ignore Ms Ar 5847 f. 11, where Al-Harith discovers a profound sentence from the Qur'an. This moment captures spiritual enlightenment and showcases how literature intertwines with religious teachings in shaping individuals' lives. As our journey continues in Ms Ar 5847 f. 119v, we join Abu Zayd and Al-Harith sailing from Basra to Oman—a testament to their adventurous spirit and thirst for exploration that resonates across time. Nature takes center stage in Ms Ar 5847 f. 101 as we encounter a majestic herd of camels grazing peacefully under vast desert skies—an ode to resilience against harsh conditions and an emblematic symbol deeply rooted in Arabian culture. Floating along on Ms Ar 5847 f.