Artwork
Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page
Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page is an unspecified painting. It dates from 1560 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
This artwork is a single page from the illustrated manuscript 'Tales of a Parrot' (Tuti-nama), characterized by a text-dominated composition with unknown medium on a brown background.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is primarily textual, written in black ink in a foreign language, arranged in a column. The meaning is not immediately discernible due to the language barrier, but the page suggests a focus on literary or poetic content.
Technique & Style
The page showcases intricate calligraphy with flourishes, set against a contrasting brown background. A decorative border frames the text, highlighting the artistic blend of literature and visual aesthetics.
History & Provenance
Created for Prince Salim, this page reflects patronage of high artistic quality. It is now part of the collection at the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page
Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page
Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page
Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page
Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page
Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page
