AlbumsPersian19th century

Praise for God, calligraphic composition

1884

Classification

Albums

Medium

Ink and opaque watercolor on paper

Culture

Persian

Century

19th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Islamic & Later Indian Art

Dimensions

30.1 x 20.3 cm (11 7/8 x 8 in.)

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