Kamāl al-Dīn Bihzād is one of the most renowned painters of the Timurid era and the early Safavid period. His unique use of colors can be identified as one of the distinct features of his artworks. The painting of the Khvarnaq Palace is among Behzad famous works, notable for its psychological implications due to the colors employed. Psychology involves the study of human behavior in relation to measurable effects. Color plays a significant role in the creation of artistic works. Loescher theory is a psychological test employed to understand individuals' psychological states based on their color preferences. This theory includes eight color cards divided into primary and secondary groups including blue, green, yellow, red, purple, brown, black, and gray. The cards are numbered from 7 to 0. Participants are asked to select the present cards in two separate stages randomly. The eight color cards create four pairs of colors, categorized as positive, negative, equal, and cross. This study examines the Khvarnaq Palace painting through the lens of the aforementioned theory, focusing on the figures depicted. The results showed that blue and green colors were used in the clothes in the present image, indicating the most common colors in this image. Three groups of color pairs—plus, cross, and equal—were used for the studied attire. In this image, apart from the negative and yellow, there is no information from the group of color pairs. Findings of this research reveal that the combination of blue and green in the first pair signifies courage and perseverance in Behzad psychological, alongside emotional traits such as situational awareness, tranquility, and showcasing his abilities.
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