Persian verses in calligraphic composition, illuminated folio from an album
c. 1600
Description
. The illuminated text panel (Admonition against Pride) is placed in marbled and gold sprinkled margins.
Dimensions
24.6 x 16.1 cm (9 11/16 x 6 5/16 in.)
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