Islamic wall art print of the House of Wisdom at the heart of Baghdad's Round City, the Abbasid library and translation house where the Islamic Golden Age took shape. Domes, arches and scholars painted in soft watercolour with fine ink detail, no facial features, the city dissolving into white space at the edges. A statement piece for a study, library, office or living room.
Bayt al-Hikma was, at its peak, the most productive site of knowledge on earth. Al-Khwarizmi developed algebra here, Hunayn ibn Ishaq translated the Greek medical canon, astronomers measured the earth. The Abbasids funded knowledge like infrastructure and placed it at the centre of the city by design.
A meaningful gift for a teacher, academic, book lover or anyone who loves Islamic history. Part of the Riwayah Studio Islamic Golden Age collection: Baghdad wall art, Islamic library poster, Muslim heritage print, Abbasid history wall decor.
Country of origin: designed in the United Kingdom and printed to order in your own region, so US orders are printed and shipped within the US with no customs charges or import duty. This is an original paper art print.
Printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper with a smooth, uncoated finish that holds deep colour without glare. The paper is FSC certified and archival quality, so the artwork will not yellow over time.
Poster only: the print on its own, rolled and shipped in a protective tube, ready for your own frame or hanger. The most affordable option if you already have framing in mind.
Poster with wooden hanger: a black pine hanger with a matching leather cord. Magnetic strips grip the top and bottom of the print without damaging it, so fitting takes seconds and the print can be swapped or framed later. A good choice for renters or anyone who likes to restyle.
Framed print: a slim black aluminium frame, around 1 cm wide, with a shatterproof acrylic front and hanging kit included. The print and frame arrive together in one box, with simple fitting by hand in a couple of minutes.
Every piece is an original Riwayah Studio design, created in the United Kingdom and printed to order at our production partner's nearest facility. Orders placed in the US are printed in the US, and UK and EU orders are printed in Europe. Free delivery is included.
