Islamic history wall art print of a lone horse returning riderless across the desert towards the tents of the Prophet's family, the moment Karbala became known. Painted in soft watercolour with fine ink lines and no figures, the sand and sky dissolving into white space at the edges. A haunting, restrained piece for a study, living room, hallway or majlis.
In 680 CE Husayn ibn Ali, grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, was killed with most of his companions at Karbala by the forces of the Umayyad caliph Yazid, having refused allegiance to a ruler he considered unjust. Outnumbered, surrounded and offered terms he declined, his stand became the defining event of Shia Islam and one of the most morally resonant moments in Islamic history across every tradition. Dhuljanah was his mount. Its return without its rider was how those waiting understood what had happened. Some things are too large for direct depiction. This print approaches Karbala from the side.
A meaningful Muharram or Ashura gift, or for anyone who carries the memory of Karbala. Part of the Riwayah Studio Islamic History collection: Karbala poster, Dhuljanah print, Imam Husayn wall art, Ashura art, Islamic 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.
