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1- Faculty of Applied Arts, Tabriz Islamic Art University, Tabriz, Iran , m.razani@tabriziau.ac.ir
2- Faculty of Islamic Handicrafts, Tabriz Islamic Art University, Tabriz, Iran
2- Faculty of Islamic Handicrafts, Tabriz Islamic Art University, Tabriz, Iran
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During the reign of Shah Abbas, I and beyond, Isfahan emerged as a preeminent cultural and political center within Safavid Iran, shaped by the relocation of the capital, the resettlement of thousands of Armenians in the New Jolfa district, and increasing interactions with Europe. This period witnessed the rise of a vibrant capital adorned with architectural masterpieces, including mosques, palaces, bridges, and residences. The historic homes of New Jolfa, particularly the Sokias House, stand out for their intricate decorative schemes, which reflect a synthesis of Safavid architectural traditions and European artistic influences. This study examines the murals of the Sokias House, focusing on their stylistic connections to European painting, with particular emphasis on the engravings of the seventeenth-century French artist François Mazut. Through a combination of archival research, field observations, photography, and comparative analysis, this paper categorizes the house’s adornments and explores the broader impact of European art on Safavid mural painting. Limited access to primary sources necessitated reliance on secondary literature, travelogues, and firsthand documentation of the site. The findings underscore the profound influence of French gravure techniques on the Sokias murals, offering new insights into the cross-cultural exchanges of the Safavid era.
Keywords: New Jolfa, Sokias House, European mural painting, Armenian mural painting, Safavid architecture, Isfahan School, François Mazut
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