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Anthology of Persian Poetry

17th century
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Object Information
  • Title: Anthology of Persian Poetry
  • Author: Hafiz (Iranian, Shiraz ca. 1325–1390 Shiraz)
  • Author: Luthfi (Iranian, 1367–1460s)
  • Author: Hilali (Iranian, Astarabad ca. 1470–1529/30 Herat)
  • Author: Mu’in (Iranian)
  • Author: Asir (Iranian, died probably 1639–40)
  • Date: 17th century
  • Geography: Attributed to Iran
  • Medium: Ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper
    Binding: opaque watercolor and gold on leather
  • Dimensions: H. 6 in. (15.2 cm)
    W. 3 7/8 in. (9.8 cm)
  • Classification: Codices
  • Credit Line: Gift of Joseph W. Drexel, 1889
  • Object Number: 89.2.2153
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art
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