Zand Collection

Mohammad Karim Khan Zand or Karim Han, founder of the Zand Dynasty, 1705-1779. Illustration from Guillaume-Antoine Oliviers Travels in the Ottoman Empire, Egypt and Persia, 1801

A papier mache pen box, the top painted with the battle of Chaldiran, 18th century (papier mache)
1196872 A papier mache pen box, the top painted with the battle of Chaldiran, 18th century (papier mache) by Iranian School, (18th Century); 38.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

A Zand book cover painted with a central seated figure within an interior
1196844 A Zand book cover painted with a central seated figure within an interior, surrounded by floral sprays, mid 18th century (w/c & lacquer on cardboard) by Persian School

A late Zand lacquered papier mache casket, c. 1794-95 (painted papier mache casket)
987301 A late Zand lacquered papier mache casket, c.1794-95 (painted papier mache casket) by Persian School, (18th century); 20x42x29 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A Zand dynasty Qalamdan, painted with scenes of a prince visiting a hermit, c
1196738 A Zand dynasty Qalamdan, painted with scenes of a prince visiting a hermit, c.1786-7 (polychrome lacquer papier mache) by Lutf Ali Ashraf (after) (18th century); 25 (length)

Study of a Rose (gouache heightened with gold on paper)
1766454 Study of a Rose (gouache heightened with gold on paper) by Persian School, (18th century); 10x6.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Study of a Rose. Zand Persia, 18th century)

Portrait of Rustam Khan Zand. Artist: Sadiq, Muhammad (c. 1750-1800)
Portrait of Rustam Khan Zand. Private Collection

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Discover the enchanting world of Zand art, a 18th-century Persian artistic movement named after its founder, Mohammad Karim Khan Zand. Delve into the rich history of this dynasty through intricately crafted artifacts, such as a papier mache pen box depicting the Battle of Chaldiran, or a book cover with a central seated figure. Marvel at the exquisite detail of Qajar lacquer papier mache qalamdans and a mirror case, reminiscent of the opulence of the Zand court. Witness the grandeur of the crowning ceremony of Ardashir II of the Sassanian Empire, reflected in a late Zand lacquered papier mache casket. Explore the tranquility of a Zand qalamdan, painted with scenes of a prince visiting a hermit, and the delicate beauty of a study of a rose in gouache heightened with gold on paper. Complete the journey with a captivating portrait of Rustam Khan Zand, masterfully painted by the renowned artist Sadiq Muhammad.