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Haydar Hatemi (born March 3, 1945, Iran/Eastern Azerbaijan)is an Iranian Azerbaijani artist whose work is based on blends of classical oriental styles such as miniature and tazhib, with some modern elements. His early studies in art started at Tabriz’s Art Academy

 

Style

Haydar Hatemi’s miniatures are in classical Ottoman and Persian tradition of the sixteenth century Herat school and are exceptional in their breathtaking attention to detail. Mr. Hatemi’s artistic versatility is evident in his more three-dimensional, tonal works. In these, the perfectionism of a true miniaturist is masterfully combined with a realist’s appreciation of color, form and perspective.

janissary watercolor on paper 2003

Biblical story of David charming animals with his magical flute.