Royal Mosque, Isfahan

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In the 16th and 17th centuries the Safavid dynasty inaugurated the greatest flowering of the arts in Persia. It was a time of great cities and exquisite architecture, as well as new heights of expression in painting and textiles. At its heart lay the Safavid capital, Isfahan, a city soon to be famous the world over for the sophistication of its court, and the jewel-like perfection of its buildings.

RJW F222321 Online course (via Zoom)

A 5-hour short course, delivered via 2 x 2½-hour sessions on consecutive Wednesdays (Wednesday 8 & Wednesday 15 March, 2.00-4.30).

£40 (individual registration); £72 (for two people sharing one screen).