The Golden Age of Persian Art:
1501-1722
"The fact that Safavid art has inspired twentieth century artists as diverse as the potter Carolinda Tolstoy and the jewellers Cartier, not to mention Iranian artists working within their own cultural milieu, illustrates its lasting allure."
A quote from:
'The Golden Age of Persian Art: 1501-1722'
by Dr Sheila R.Canby, Assistant Keeper,
Department of Oriental Antiquities Department at The British Museum
(British Museum Press 1999)
The Golden Age of Persian Art: 1501-1722' can be ordered online direct from the British Museum Shop. Clicking on the illustration above will take you to the British Museum shopfront. Key in the product code 14685 into the search box there and then click the go button.
