Shrine of Bayazid Bastami
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Alternative Title
Shrine of Bayazid Bistami
Date
1120-1121Description
Upon entering the complex, there is a square mausoleum topped by a glazed turquoise conical dome on the right-hand side, then going counterclockwise, a monumental ivan, the entrance to the prayer hall, and another monumental ivan which is open at the back. Inside the prayer hall, the tomb chamber is immediately on the right-hand side off a vestibule, while the inner entrance to the prayer hall is straight ahead. Divided into 2 sections, the outermost prayer hall has multiple mihrabs, while the innermost chamber has only one. Glazed tile and deeply carved stucco abound. interior, view of niche; brickwork and stucco detail, 2003
Type of Work
Shrine (structure)Subject
Tombs, Shrines, Mausoleums, Ilkhanid dynasty, Sanctuaries, Architecture, Islamic --Iran, Niches (Architecture), Decoration and ornament, Islamic
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