{"product_id":"paperblanks-the-orchard-bookmark-pa9753-2","title":"Paperblanks The Orchard Bookmark","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNever lose your place again with this beautifully crafted The Orchard bookmark from Paperblanks – the perfect companion for a favourite novel or journal, and a delightful little gift.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis design is inspired by a 17th-century binding that originally housed the \u003cem\u003eBustan\u003c\/em\u003e (known in English as \u003cem\u003eThe Orchard\u003c\/em\u003e) by Persian poet Saadi. Written entirely in verse, the stories are rich in moral thought. The intricate botanical patterns of this design beautifully reflect the fruits of Saadi’s wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Story Behind the Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePoets of Persia’s Golden Age created one of the world’s most important bodies of literature. The rich poetic scenes, alive with moral thought and practical wisdom, influenced generations of writers across the globe. The beauty of the prose was paralleled by the masterfully intricate bindings that held the works from this treasured literary era.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis design is inspired by a 17th-century binding that originally housed the \u003cem\u003eBustan\u003c\/em\u003e, a pivotal work by Persian author Saadi Shīrāzī (1210–1291). Born in Shiraz, Iran, he was known by his pen name Saadi and nicknamed “The Master of Speech” among fellow Persian scholars for the quality of his writing and the depth of his social and ethical principles. The strength of his writing not only impacted Persian literature but also influenced the use of Persian language in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eBustan\u003c\/em\u003e (known in English as \u003cem\u003eThe Orchard\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of Saadi’s two best-known works. Written entirely in verse, the stories within are abundant in contemplative thought and philosophies.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eToday the historic binding can be found in the British Library. With its delicate botanical patterns, this design reflects the fruits of Saadi’s wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal artwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e Persian binding of Saadi’s Bustan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e circa 1629\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Persia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 × 185 × 1 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Orchard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Persian Poetry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-sided design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative printed paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTextured printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRounded edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtle Paperblanks branding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct code:\u003c\/strong\u003e PA9753-2 | \u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781439797532\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout Paperblanks\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePaperblanks works with museums, libraries, galleries and artists around the world to faithfully reproduce remarkable artwork, historic bindings and treasured manuscripts, bringing the same care and craftsmanship found in its celebrated journals to every accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paperblanks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54386160697672,"sku":"PA9753-2","price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/5114\/5032\/files\/9781439797532_Front_HighRes.png?v=1792779223","url":"https:\/\/shop.penandpaper.co.uk\/products\/paperblanks-the-orchard-bookmark-pa9753-2","provider":"The Pen and Paper Stationery Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}