Dragon and Clouds

Sadiqi Beg

ca. 1600 · Ink and watercolor on paper · Islamic Art

As the dragon emerges from the natural landscape, the sinuous line of its silhouette mimics those of its surroundings. In the late sixteenth century, the production of single‑page, finished drawings destined for albums increased; numerous pictures of dragons, either alone or in combat with men or other animals, were executed. This work is attributed to Sadiqi Beg, who, along with Riza‑yi 'Abbasi, was one of the pioneers of the calligraphic style of drawing in Iran.

Artist

Sadiqi Beg

Date

ca. 1600

Medium

Ink and watercolor on paper

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Purchase, Friends of Islamic Art Gifts, 2010