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A shamsa (literally, sun), a form of illuminated bookplate, traditionally opened imperial Mughal albums. Here, the center of the design is a calligraphic pattern intertwining the official imperial name and titles of Shah Jahan.
Rosette (shamsa) bearing the name and titles of the Emperor Shah Jahan (r. 1628–58), 17th century; Mughal
Attributed to India
Ink, colors, and gold on paper; 15 3/16 x 10 7/16 in. (38.6 x 26.5 cm)
Purchase, Rogers Fund and The Kevorkian Foundation Gift, 1955 (55.121.10.39)
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