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Islamic — Manuscript of Kulliyat (Complete Works) by Sa'di with Lacquered Cover

Islamic

Manuscript of Kulliyat (Complete Works) by Sa'di with Lacquered Cover

1600

Housing the complete works of the beloved Persian poet Sa'di, this manuscript represents the pinnacle of Islamic literary arts with its lacquered binding and illuminated calligraphy.

Medium
Cover: lacquered leather, Manuscript: ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
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Islamic, Manuscript of Kulliyat (Complete Works) by Sa'di with Lacquered Cover, 1600

Housing the complete works of the beloved Persian poet Sa'di, this manuscript represents the pinnacle of Islamic literary arts with its lacquered binding and illuminated calligraphy.

Medium
Cover: lacquered leather, Manuscript: ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
Dimensions
26.1 x 16.7 cm
Year
1600
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Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL

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Watercolor, Small Scale, Works on Paper, Unique Work

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