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Frontispiece with Illuminated Medallion — Rumi

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Written by: Giulia NovakSenior Specialist · Illumination (Tezhip)
Illumination (Tezhip) · Catalogue no. 260685
Rumi

Frontispiece with Illuminated Medallion

StatusReference work · Not for sale
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This page from Walters manuscript W.625, which opens the book, has an illuminated medallion outlined in blue with radiating blue lines. The medallion is surrounded by illuminated floral decoration.

Artist / MakerRumi
Date1461 AD (865 AH)
Culture / OriginRumi, Poems (Walters MS 625)
Dimensions1142×1800 px (digital)
DepartmentIllumination (Tezhip)
TypeManuscript painting
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Image & data: Wikimedia Commons, CC0 / Public Domain.

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