Eastern Persia (modern Afghanistan), probably Herat
Illuminated bifolium from a Divan of Asafi Heravi
Object Details
Culture
Eastern Persia (modern Afghanistan), probably Herat
Date
early 16th century
Medium
Ink, opaque watercolors, and gold on paper
Dimensions
Left-hand sheet: 10 3/4 × 6 13/16 inches (27.3 × 17.3 cm)
Right-hand sheet: 10 13/16 × 6 3/4 inches (27.5 × 17.1 cm)
Credit Line
Acquired through the George and Mary Rockwell Fund
Object
Number
2025.014 a,b
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