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

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

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 object is a painted page from the illustrated manuscript known as Tales of a Parrot, or Tuti‑nama.

About this work

Overview

The object is a painted page from the illustrated manuscript known as Tales of a Parrot, or Tuti‑nama. Executed on a sheet of paper that shows signs of age, the page is covered entirely with calligraphic text rendered in black ink, punctuated by occasional gold lettering that emphasizes particular passages.

Technique & Style

The calligraphy follows a fluid, curved script that fills the surface from margin to margin, creating a dense visual field. Gold ink is applied to highlight select words, providing a subtle contrast against the dark strokes. A narrow red line runs along the edge of the sheet, framing the composition and adding a decorative touch.

Context

The paper substrate bears the patina of use, with a light discoloration and small areas of wear that suggest handling over time. The ink and gold pigments have largely retained their original intensity, while the red border remains a faint but discernible accent.

History & Provenance

The page is part of the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art, which holds several similar leaves from the same manuscript, indicating that the museum acquired a substantial portion of the original codex for study and display.

Artist & collection

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