Jalali Sousan-Abadi Signed AP 2/15 Print 21\"X23-1/8\" Framed titled \"Mah Ruyaan\" For Sale

Mah Rooyaan (Moon Faces)
Jalali Sousan-Abadi · signed Artist’s Proof AP 2/15

Rare signed Artist’s Proof by Iranian master miniaturist Abbas Jalali Sousan-Abadi (جلالی سوسن‌آبادی, 1934–2004). AP 2/15.

The sheet appears to title the work ماه‌رویان (Mah Rooyaan) — “moon-faced ones,” a classical Persian phrase for people of moon-like beauty. That reading fits the two idealized faces.

The image is after an original watercolor (not this print) painted in 1345 SH (1966–67). In 1352 SH (1973–74) the artist gave that original watercolor (not this print) to someone dear to him. Those dates belong to the original painting, not to this print. What is offered here is the later signed Artist’s Proof, AP 2/15.

Two stylized figures rest together; one holds a pink rose to the chest. Around them is the artist’s ornamental field of rabbits, swans, and birds.

This is a signed limited-edition fine-art print, not the original watercolor. Framed about 21 × 23-1/8\" in., dark wood with gold beaded liner, under glass, wired to hang. The print appears excellent as shown. Please examine all detailed photos carefully. What you see is what you get.

Please review every photo, especially the signature and Persian inscription. Packed for glass, or local pickup.Master Jalali Sousan-Abadi (Abbas Jalali Sousan-Abadi) — Signed Artist’s Proof 2/15
Framed limited-edition fine art print after the original watercolor
Overall framed size: 21 inches wide × 23-1/8 inches high
Iranian / Persian miniature tradition, dated 1345 SH,

A rare signed artist’s proof from a very small edition of only 15. Hand-signed in ink by the artist Jalali Sousan-Abadi (جلالی سوسن آبادی), marked A/P 2/15, with additional printed Persian inscription and the date of original watercolor (not this limited edition production) in 1345 SH, and gifted (not this limited edition production) in 1352 SH to a dear friend.

Two stylized lovers recline together, one holding a rose against the chest. The faces have the large, almond-shaped eyes and lyrical line of modern Persian miniature painting. Around the central image is an ornate mauve-pink border of rabbits, swans, long-necked birds, foliage, and swirling organic forms — the exact type of decorative framing Jalali used in his 1990s Iris-print series.

About the artist
Abbas Jalali Sousan-Abadi (استاد عباس جلالی سوسن‌آبادی, 1934–2004) was a master Iranian miniaturist and watercolorist. Born in the village of Susanabad near Arak, he studied from childhood with Master Forouzandeh and then spent twelve years under Master Altafi. From 1956 he worked in the miniature workshop of Iran’s Ministry of Culture and Art and later trained students in traditional arts. He moved to the United States around 1971 and lived and exhibited in Los Angeles. A 1996 exhibition at Gail Michael Gallery in Studio City was reviewed in the Los Angeles Times, which noted his fusion of Persian miniature precision with a modern, sensual flow, and his use of Iris prints — a high-quality fine-art printing process — including a series of figures framed by birds and creatures. He died in the United States on 23 June 2004.

His subjects were lovers, heroes, sages, and mythic scenes. Critics described his watercolor-on-paper technique as having “the translucency of enamel,” combining delicate ink drawing with luminous washes.

This example

• Artist: Master Jalali Sousan-Abadi (Abbas Jalali Sousan-Abadi)
• Medium: Signed limited-edition fine art print (Iris / archival color print) after the original watercolor
• Edition: Artist’s ProofA/P 2/15(only 15 in the edition; artist’s proofs are typically the most desirable impressions)
• Signature: Hand-signed in black ink in Persian, plus “A/P 2/15”
• Subject: Two lovers with rose, surrounded by rabbits, swans, and floral ornament
• Overall framed size: approximately 21\" wide × 23-1/8\" high(56 × 51 cm)
• Presentation: Professionally framed under glass in a dark wood frame with gold beaded liner and decorative printed surround
• Back: Cardboard backing, hanging wire, bumpers

Condition
Artwork appears clean and colorful with no obvious tears, or fading in the image area (viewed under glass). Frame shows expected age wear. Cardboard back has typical handling wear. Please review all photos; they are part of the description. Sold as shown.

Why this is collectible
Small-edition signed proofs by a documented Iranian master who exhibited in Los Angeles are uncommon on the open market. This impression is tied to a 1966 original that the artist later gave as a personal gift, then issued as a signed proof in an edition of only 15. Attractive to collectors of Iranian art, Persian miniature, Middle Eastern painting, and California–Iranian diaspora work.

Questions welcome.

The piece will be professionally packed (glass taped, corners protected, double-boxed), fully insured, and tracked. Local pickup available. Handling time 2–3 business days. NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING (US MAINLAND ONLY)