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Written by: Derya TunaResearcher · Old Master Paintings
Illumination (Tezhip) · Catalogue no. 199551
IslamicThe Illuminated Border of Animals, double page from a copy of the Gulistan of Sa’di
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byArt Institute of Chicago
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| Artist / Maker | Islamic |
|---|---|
| Date | Safavid dynasty (1501–1722), 16th century |
| Culture / Origin | Iran |
| Medium | Opaque watercolor, gold, and ink on paper |
| Dimensions | 28.9 × 36.8 cm (11 3/8 × 14 1/2 in.); Each page: W.: 18.4 cm (7 3/16 in.) |
| Department | Arts of Asia |
| Type | Drawing and Watercolor |
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