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Darvish

18th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Darvish
  • Calligrapher: Abd al-Majid Taleqani (Iranian, Taleqan 1737–71 Isfahan)
  • Date: 18th century
  • Geography: Attributed to Iran
  • Medium: Opaque watercolor, ink, and gold on paper
  • Dimensions: H. 4 1/4 in. (10.8 cm)
    W. 2 1/16 in. (5.2 cm)
  • Classification: Codices
  • Credit Line: Gift of Tabbagh Frères, 1911
  • Object Number: 11.6.4
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art
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