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
Ismail Zuehdi’s Levha is a mesmerizing fusion of Ottoman calligraphy tradition and contemporary abstraction, where rhythmic Arabic script dances across the canvas in golden strokes against deep, textured backgrounds. Created during the mid-20th century—a period when Islamic artists reimagined sacred scripts as modernist expressions—Zuehdi’s work exudes spiritual serenity while breaking conventions of rigid formalism. The painting’s lyrical balance between geometric precision and fluid spontaneity places it within the hurufiyya movement, which sought to liberate Arabic letters from functional use into pure artistic motifs. Unlike Western abstract expressionism, Levha retains a meditative quality, its swirling thuluth script echoing Sufi ideals of divine connection. Today, it is celebrated as a bridge between Islamic heritage and global modernism, often exhibited alongside pioneers like Hassan Massoudy.
For interior spaces, Levha’s gilded calligraphy and rich hues (typified by oxidized golds, lapis blues, or burnt umbers) demand deliberate placement. In a minimalist office, a medium-sized canvas (90x120cm) above a desk creates a focal point that pairs elegantly with walnut furniture and brass accents, while its spiritual tone suits meditation rooms when flanked by neutral linen textiles. For maximalist interiors, amplify its warmth by layering with Moroccan rugs or Iznik-inspired ceramics, ensuring the backdrop wall is matte (charcoal or terracotta) to contrast the metallic script. Downsize to a 60x80cm version for gallery walls alongside monochrome photography or modern Arab art. The key is balancing its ornate energy: avoid competing patterns while leveraging its timeless palette to unify diverse decor eras—from mid-century to global eclectic.
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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.
