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Page of Calligraphy from the Kulliyat of Sa'di

18th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Page of Calligraphy from the Kulliyat of Sa'di
  • Calligrapher: Abd al-Majid Taleqani (Iranian, Taleqan 1737–71 Isfahan)
  • Date: 18th century
  • Geography: Attributed to Iran
  • Medium: Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
  • Dimensions: H. 8 5/8 inches
    W. 5 1/8 inches
    H. 22 cms
    W; 13 cms
  • Classification: Codices
  • Credit Line: The Friends of the Department of Islamic Art Fund, 1982
  • Object Number: 1982.120.5
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art
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