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

The calligraphy exhibits a precise, uniform hand characteristic of elite manuscript production in the early modern Indian subcontinent. The black ink is applied with a fine brush, creating smooth, continuous strokes. Decorative framing lines are rendered in a lighter hand, while the faint colored stains suggest later exposure to moisture rather than intentional pigment.

Created as a bespoke volume for Prince Salid, the folio remained within a private collection before entering the Cleveland Museum of Art’s holdings. The museum’s acquisition records indicate the page was acquired in the early 20th century as part of a larger group of *Tuti‑nama* leaves, highlighting its value as a rare example of courtly literature.