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Black Mantle’s historical and unique flagship Project: Ark of Light Series: Word-portraits of Ahl al-Bayt
Inspired by the Muhammadan Hilye tradition, Black Mantle have commissioned the first ever Hilye paintings of the sacred members of the Prophet’s family, the Masters of the Cloak: Sayyiduna ʿAli, ̄Sayyida Fātima , Sayyiduna Hasan, and Sayyiduna Husayn (peace be upon them).
This series is an unprecedented work to revitalise the connection between the faithful and the Prophet’s family. We wish to adorn hearts and houses with their descriptions, hoping that with each glance, we will grow in love for these chosen souls.
From hand crafted patterns and calligraphy to the original layout of Hafiz Osman, every detail and aspect of the traditional hilye form has been painstakingly observed to ensure that your experience of each work is faithful and authentic.
Available in 2 sizes (A2/A3) in two languages (Arabic/English) each order will receive a free A5 Hilye in the opposite language.
The word portrait of our liege-lady Fatima السالم عليهاis unique from the onset as it is the first of its kind ever done. The Hilye focuses on her qualities and personalities based on an authentic narration and early scholarly sources.
