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The art and material culture of Iranian Shi'ism : iconography and religious devotion in Shi'i Islam

Khosronejad, Pedram(Edited by)
Part of the International library of Iranian studies ; v. 29 series
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Shi'i Islam has been the official religion of Iran from the Safavids (1501-1732) to the present day.

The Shi'i world experience has provided a rich artistic tradition, encompassing painting, sculpture and the production of artefacts and performance, which has helped to embed Shi'i identity in Iran as part of its national narrative.

In what areas of material culture has Iranian Shi'ism manifested itself through objects or buildings that are unique within the overall culture of Islam?

To what extent is the art and architecture of Iran from the Safavid period onwards identifiably Shi'i?

What does this say about the relationship of nation, state and faith in Iran?

Here, leading experts trace the material heritage of Iranian Shi'ism within each of its political, religious and cultural dimensions.

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I.B. Tauris
1848851685 / 9781848851689
Hardback
08/11/2011
United Kingdom
English
288 p.
22 cm