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Meher Baba

September 23, 2013 |

This was commissioned by a follower of Meher Baba.  Calligraphy by Stewart J. Thomas, www.palmstone.com

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Stylized Kufic Lettering

May 21, 2013 |

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“A composition from the 18th or 19th century India and now in a Riyadh collection, heavily stylized Kufic lettering is formed into a shape like a Mihrab or prayer niche. The four central panels contain part of Sura Al-Qalam … Read More

Paisley Designs “Boteh”

March 15, 2013 |

Another original design by Stewart J. Thomas. “I create these types of designs constantly, either in conjunction with calligraphy work–as borders or backgrounds–or as stand alone designs.” The embedded paisley designs, known as “boteh” in Persian, or “buta” in Kashmir, … Read More