Vision, The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam 

Edmund Dulac envisioned this scene from "The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam" with delicate watercolors and ink. Dominating the foreground are the white peacocks, symbols of beauty and immortality, often linked to royalty and spiritual integrity. The peacock, we find, has long transcended continents and epochs; from ancient Greece, where it was associated with Hera, to its prominent place in Persian art, representing paradise. Consider the peacock's symbolic journey, evolving from a mere emblem of vanity in some contexts, to a profound spiritual symbol in others, mirroring humanity's complex relationship with beauty and transcendence. Observe, here, how Dulac evokes a sense of timelessness, engaging our collective memory. The motifs tap into our subconscious understanding of beauty, spirituality, and the eternal cycle of life.