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Manuscript of the Nujum al-'Ulum (Stars of the Sciences)

dated A.H. 14 Rabi' al-Awwal 978 (August 17, 1570)
Not on view
On loan to The Met
This work of art is currently on loan to the museum.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title:
    Manuscript of the Nujum al-'Ulum (Stars of the Sciences)
  • Date:
    dated A.H. 14 Rabi' al-Awwal 978 (August 17, 1570)
  • Geography:
    Attributed to India, Bijapur
  • Medium:
    Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
  • Dimensions:
    H. 10 3/16 in. (25.8 cm)
    W. 6 5/16 in. (16 cm)
  • Classification:
    Codices
  • Credit Line:
    Trustees of the Chester Beatty Library
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art