Bulbul & Gul (The Nightingale and the Flower)

Description

“Bulbul & Gul”: A Lacquer Painting Masterpiece by Master Jalil Jokar (Faculty of Art University of Isfahan- Iran)

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Details:

• Name: “Bulbul & Gul” (The Nightingale and the Flower)
• Art Form: Lacquer Painting (Gol-o-Morgh Style)
• Dimensions:
• Technique: Hand-painted on an 8mm thick Lacquer Termeh Canvas
• Materials: Hand-made mineral pigments (both opaque & translucent)
• Artisan: Master Jalil Jokar (Faculty Member, Art University of Isfahan)
  • Accolades: Recipient of Grade 1 Art Certificate from Iran’s Ministry of Culture.
  • Accolades: International Award for Creativity & Innovation in Islamic Art (IRCICA 2015).
• Signature: “Hu al-Jalil ’95” (The Majestic One, ’95) – A traditional Persian calligraphic signature.
• Provenance: Fully documented and verified by Artra Land.

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An Innovation in Lacquer Art: The Lacquer Termeh Canvas

This profound “Bulbul & Gul” lacquer painting is a remarkable innovation by its creator, Master Jalil Jokar. It is meticulously crafted on an 8mm thick Lacquer Termeh Canvas, an original invention by the artist himself. This unique base, made with authentic Hashemi Termeh fabric from Yazd (featuring the ancient ‘Boteh Jegheh’ motif symbolizing eternity), provides a robust yet visually stunning foundation. The canvas is prepared with new methods that guarantee no yellowing or cracking over time, ensuring its exceptional physical and chemical longevity with proper care. Master Jokar adheres strictly to Safavid-era principles for material preparation, hand-crafting all pigments from natural minerals to achieve enduring, vibrant colors.

The Narrative: A Mystical Dance of Love and Eternity

Inspired by a ghazal from Rumi’s Divan of Shams Tabrizi, with the central verse, “Look at the flower within the nightingale’s soul / And from the flower, gaze upon the Universal Intellect,” this piece is a deep dive into mystical symbolism. The iris flower, painted with harmonious curves mirroring the eternal ‘Boteh Jegheh’ in the background, initially captures the viewer’s eye. However, upon closer inspection of the petals and leaves, tiny nightingales are revealed, singing and soaring. This visually narrates the eternal love where the nightingale, consumed by passion for the flower, gives its life, only for the flower to bloom from its essence, embodying the nightingale’s spirit in an unending cycle of life. The signature, “Hu al-Jalil ’95,” adheres to a Safavid tradition where artists humbly presented themselves as mere conduits for divine creation.

A Legacy Adorning Prestigious Collections:

Master Jokar’s works are celebrated globally, gracing private collections and museums worldwide, including the National Museum of Armenia, the Treasure of Iran’s Academy of Arts, and private collections in Norway, Germany, and the USA. His dedication to authentic Safavid techniques, combined with his innovative approach, establishes him as a luminary in contemporary Persian art.