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Hijra Abyssinia (Rashid ad-Din)
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Manuscript illustration by Rashi ad-Din's "World History", depicting the Negus of Abyssinia (traditionally attributed to the king of Aksum) declining the request of a Meccan delegation, which was attempting to persuade him to yield up the Muslims.
| Artist / Maker | Rashid-al-Din Hamadani |
|---|---|
| Date | 1314 |
| Culture / Origin | Jami al-Tawarikh |
| Dimensions | 2086×862 px (digital) |
| Department | Miniature Painting |
| Type | Manuscript painting |
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Image & data: Wikimedia Commons, CC0 / Public Domain.
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