Illuminated Folio Manuscript

Description:

Illuminated Folio Manuscript, Persia or India, 19th/20th century, ink and opaque color and gold on paper, divided into two columns of calligraphy surrounded by a further column of calligraphy that wraps around them, all in Nastaliq script, with triangular reserves containing blue, pink, and orange flowers over a gilt ground, framed and glazed, sight size 10 3/8 x 5 1/4 in.
Estimate $300-500

Not examined out of frame. Slight buckling, otherwise good condition.


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