Analyzing the Process of Formation and Restoration of the Space Configuration of the Tomb of Shah Ismail I; Based on Field Studies

Document Type : Research Paper

Authors

1 Ph.D. Student in Archeology, Department of Archaeology, Faculty of literature and Human Scinces, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili

2 Associate Professor, Department of Archeology, Faculty of literature and Human Scinces, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili

3 University of Mohaghegh Ardabili

10.22103/jis.2024.21919.2516

Abstract

Purpose: The tomb of Shāh Ismāil I has a small square-shaped space and is located between the shrine and the tomb of Sheikh Safi al-din Ardabili. The main purpose of this research is: The examination of the physical and spatial changes of the tomb is based on field studies and restoration and protection plans of the building in the past years.
Method and Research: The research method is descriptive-analytical & interpretative and it is the collection of library information and field investigations.
Findings and Conclusions: The mausoleum is an independent building that was later built in the empty space between the tombs of Sheikh Safi and the Haram-Khāneh, and after the death of Shāh Ismāil, it was used as his tomb. The mausoleum has a three-layered dome, the outer layer of which is Patupa clover. The decorations of the stem and the dome of the building have been changed in later periods. The shape of the tomb is small and simple, and the height of the dome is lower than other domes in the complex. But in order to give the dome a more visual appearance, the architect has increased the height of the dome by using a long leg to reduce the smallness of the building to some extent.

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Journal of Iranian Studies
Volume 23, Issue 46 - Serial Number 46
December 2024
Pages 409-434

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