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. The work consists of a single sheet presenting a block of text rendered in black ink upon a light‑colored paper.
About this work
Overview
The work consists of a single sheet presenting a block of text rendered in black ink upon a light‑colored paper. A narrow red line frames the perimeter, while selected words or phrases within the text are underlined or highlighted in red, drawing visual attention to those elements.
Subject & Meaning
The page appears to contain a passage from a narrative or poetic composition, though the script and language are not identified. The red‑highlighted sections likely indicate points of emphasis or significance within the original text, suggesting a reading or instructional purpose.
Technique & Style
Executed with a fine brush or pen, the black lettering is uniform and densely set in horizontal lines. Red additions are applied with a contrasting pigment, providing a visual hierarchy. The overall layout follows a straightforward manuscript format, with a simple border that frames the content without ornamental distraction.
History & Provenance
The piece is titled "Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti‑nama): text page," implying association with a larger manuscript or literary work. No further details about its creation date, origin, or previous ownership are provided.
Context
The reference to a "Tuti‑nama" suggests a connection to a collection of stories involving a parrot, a motif that appears in various cultural traditions. The use of red to mark text aligns with historic practices of annotation or emphasis in manuscript cultures.
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
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