Artwork
Lady with a Mirror
Lady with a Mirror is an unspecified painting by the Persian Miniature artist Reza `Abbasi. It dates from 1618 and is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.
About this work
Overview
Lady with a Mirror is a 1618 painting by Reza `Abbasi, a prominent artist of the Isfahan School during the Safavid period.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman seated on the ground, lost in thought as she touches her hair while holding a mirror. Her serene expression and introspective pose convey a sense of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
Rendered in the Persian miniature tradition, the work showcases `Abbasi's skill with intricate patterns and luxurious details, such as the gold accents on the woman's green robe.
History & Provenance
Created for Shah Abbas I, the painting is now part of the Detroit Institute of Arts collection, exemplifying `Abbasi's expertise in single-figure compositions.
Artist & collection
Artist
Reza Abbasi (Persian: رضا عباسی), also known as Agha Reza (c. 1565 – 1635), was the leading Persian miniaturist of the Isfahan School during the later Safavid period, spending most of his career working for Shah Abbas…
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