Two Folios from a Kitab-i Nauras (book of Nine Rasas) of Sultan Ibrahim Adil Shah II
The finely marbled pages with bold naskhi style text contain verses from the Kitab i Nauras, a book of musical compositions. It is attributed to Ibrahim Adil Shah II (1579-1626), ruler of Bijapur in the Deccan. The songs speak of Ibrahim's love for his elephant Atash Khan, his musical instrument Moti Khan, and the refined courtly culture that surrounded him.
Artwork Details
- Title: Two Folios from a Kitab-i Nauras (book of Nine Rasas) of Sultan Ibrahim Adil Shah II
- Date: ca. 1600
- Geography: Made in India, Bijapur, Deccan
- Medium: Black calligraphic ink, opaque watercolor, and gold paint on paper
- Dimensions: Folio A:
H. 7 1/16 in. (17.9 cm)
W. 3 15/16 in. (10 cm)
Folio B:
H. 7 1/16 in. (17.9 cm)
W. 3 15/16 in. (10 cm) - Classification: Codices
- Credit Line: Purchase, PCS Foundation Fund, and Suda Reddy and Mr. P.V.K. Reddy Fund, 2025
- Object Number: 2025.580.1, .2
- Curatorial Department: Islamic Art
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