Divan

Author `Umar ibn al-Farid Egyptian
dated 1003 AH/1595 CE
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  • Title: Divan
  • Author: `Umar ibn al-Farid (Egyptian, Cairo 1181–1235 Cairo)
  • Date: dated 1003 AH/1595 CE
  • Geography: Attributed to Iran
  • Medium: Opaque watercolor, ink, and gold on paper; gilt-stamped leather
  • Dimensions: H. 6 in. (15.2 cm)
    W. 4 in. (10.2cm)
    D. 3/8 in. (1 cm)
  • Classification: Codices
  • Credit Line: Gift of Sarah Lazarus, 1891
  • Object Number: 91.36.2
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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