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Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page

Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page, by Unknown, unspecified, 1560
Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page, by Unknown, unspecified, 1560

Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It dates from 1560 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. This page is an example of Islamic calligraphy, featuring text from the Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama).

About this work

Overview

This page is an example of Islamic calligraphy, featuring text from the Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama). The page is filled with carefully arranged Arabic script on a light background.

Technique & Style

The text is written in flowing, curved lines, with certain words highlighted in blue ink. A thin blue line runs horizontally across the middle, dividing the page. The script is neatly arranged, suggesting a high level of craftsmanship.

Context

This page was likely part of a book intended for slow and deliberate reading, with attention to the details of the calligraphy.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

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