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Two Circa 19th Century Persian Miniatures
Item Details
A pair of two Persian miniatures or illuminated manuscripts, circa 1900. Each is presented in a gold-tone frame under glass with beige matting. Both pages are bordered by identical thin lines, feature calligraphed Farsi in similar style to top and bottom, and bright, gilt-ornamented paintings in gouache on paper. One portrays two men surrounded by djinn, while the other portrays a group of women and male instrumentalists watching a woman levitate or fly on a pillow. Each features a wire to the verso for hanging. For more information on Persian miniatures, please see link under ‘Additional Information.’
Condition
- some wear to frames.
- minor wear to paint and text.
Dimensions
11.0" W x 15.25" H x 1.5" D
- measured stacked.
Item #
16SWF073-020
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