Quentin Arnoux

Quentin Arnoux is a PhD student working on Persian Art at the Department of Near & Middle Eastern Civilizations. He obtained his Master’s degree from the University of Geneva and benefits from academic experiences in France (Université de la Sorbonne), Iran (University of Tehran). He had the opportunity to do an internship on illustrated manuscripts and Persian paintings at the Aga Khan Museum (2024). His doctoral research focuses on authorship issues and signing practices associated with the painter Mu’in Musavvir (active ca. 1630-1693).

Education

• MA, University of Geneva (Art History)
• BA, University of Geneva (Art History and French Language & Literature)

Current Supervisor(s)

• Maria Subtelny
• Ruba Kana'an

Presentations

Searching for patrons and inspiration: Mu'in Musavvir and his artistic journey in the streets of Esfahan, Trinity College Dublin (May 28, 2022)