Abu Nuwas and the Angel. This painting is inspired by the famous queer Iranian poet Abu Nuwas, who l
Abu Nuwas and the Angel. This painting is inspired by the famous queer Iranian poet Abu Nuwas, who lived in the 8th century. This painting is inspired by one of his poems, which readsI die of love for him, perfect in every way,Lost in the strains of wafting music.My eyes are fixed upon his delightful bodyAnd I do not wonder at his beauty.His waist is a sapling, his face a moon,And loveliness rolls off his rosy cheekI die of love for you, but keep this secret:The tie that binds us is an unbreakable rope.How much time did your creation take, O angel?So what! All I want is to sing your praises.A story of gay love in ancient Persia.Available as a print in my etsy shop -- source link
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