Who painted Yusuf and Zulaykha?

Yusuf and Zulaykha was painted by Unknown in 1850.

Where can I see Yusuf and Zulaykha?

Yusuf and Zulaykha is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

Artwork

Yusuf and Zulaykha

Yusuf and Zulaykha is a paint painting by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Yusuf and Zulaykha is a painting created in 1850 by an unknown artist, rendered in opaque watercolour and gold on paper. It depicts four figures in a garden or courtyard setting, characterized by bright colors and intricate patterns.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows Yusuf and Zulaykha alongside two female attendants. The figures are set against a light blue sky with fluffy clouds and a green landscape, separated by a white railing, suggesting a serene and idyllic atmosphere.

Technique & Style

The work is executed in opaque watercolour and gold on paper, with careful attention to detail and a focus on bright colors and intricate patterns, typical of manuscript illustrations.

History & Provenance

The painting was acquired from Mr. J. J. Naaman of Edgeware Road, W., as recorded in museum documentation from 2023, and is part of the Asia Department registers and Central Inventory, with the reference RP 1911-961M.