Unknown - Muslim Prayers - Kashmir - 1775

A fine illuminated leaf, from a miniature prayer book scribed in Kashmir in the late C18th. The manuscript has a wonderful headpiece in the shape of a rising sun in gold with arabesque decoration. The script itself is within diagonal interlocking panels written in black and red nashki, each pillowed with gold. There is a floral red and gold flower framing device around the script, itself bound within gold and blue frame lines. The specific style is often associated with Ottoman or Safavid artistry known for its high level of detail and craftsmanship.

The condition is really very good, the colours are vibrant and there is minimal scuffing or devotional use. We expect this was from an important persons individual prayer book that travelled around with them.

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