Levha
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Ismail Zuehdi's Levha into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Levha by Ismail Zuehdi is a mesmerizing fusion of Ottoman calligraphy traditions and modern aesthetics, radiating an aura of spiritual elegance. Created by the renowned Turkish calligrapher (d. 1806), this masterpiece exemplifies the "hilye" genre - devotional texts describing Prophet Muhammad's attributes, framed in gold-leaf floral motifs. The swirling arabesques and rhythmic thuluth script create hypnotic movement, while cobalt blues and gilded details suggest celestial splendor. As a pinnacle of 18th-century Islamic art, Zuehdi's work represents the "golden age" of Ottoman calligraphy when sacred texts transcended communication to become meditative art objects. The precise brushstrokes demonstrate mastery of jali thuluth script, making it a benchmark for subsequent calligraphic schools. The artwork's spiritual gravitas is balanced by its decorative harmony, positioning it crucially between religious artifact and high art in Islamic art history.
For interiors, Levha's rich colors demand strategic placement - ideal above a console in minimalist spaces where its intricate details can shine, or as a focal point in traditional sitting rooms. A 24×36 inch reproduction suits study rooms or offices when paired with warm wood furniture and brass accents that mirror its gilded elements. Position it with directional lighting (30-degree angle) to accentuate the gold leaf textures. In contemporary settings, balance its ornate style with clean-lined furniture in neutral tones, allowing the deep blues to complement indigo textiles or cobalt glassware. For dimensional harmony, maintain 12-18 inches clearance on all sides when hung. The artwork's vertical format makes it perfect for accent walls between bookshelves or in stairwells where viewers can appreciate its flowing composition from multiple angles.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
