Unknown - Illuminated Manuscript (complete) - 1750

A complete manuscript of Persian poetry, with 414 pages, containing 6 (six) illuminated header pages, one front then regularly spaced through the text. It has not been possible to place exactly which of the great Persian epic poems this is, but mention is made of the Mathnavi and of Rumi. Likely mid to late C18th and written in black nasta'liq. There is prolific commentary in the margins throughout suggesting this may have been a scholarly artifice kept in a place of learning. it is in fair condition, with some page repair particular the edges of pages and there are a few 'loose' pages (but not fully separated) 2/3 of the way through the manuscript. These should be treated carefully and repaired as soon as possible.

The 6 illuminated panels of Ottoman design are in good condition considering its age and use.

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