The Enigmatic Brush of Muhammad: A Life Shrouded in Tradition Muhammad, an Iranian artist whose life remains largely undocumented beyond the works attributed to him, stands as a compelling figure within the realm of Persian miniature painting. Born sometime in the early to mid-19th century – precise dates are elusive – he flourished during a period of significant transition for the art form. The Qajar dynasty (1789-1925) was in power, and while they initially patronized traditional arts like manuscript illumination, European influences were steadily gaining ground. This context profoundly sh…