Persian verses (verso) from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi (940-1019 or 1025)

The image shows a page from an old book written in Persian script. The page is divided into four columns of text. The text is written in black ink and appears to be in a calligraphic style. The text is in a language that uses Arabic script, likely Persian. The page has a light brown background with darker brown spots and discoloration throughout. There are thin black lines separating the columns and bordering the page. The bottom of the page features decorative gold and brown calligraphy and designs. The designs appear to be intricate and ornate. The overall appearance of the page suggests it is an old and possibly valuable manuscript. The page appears to be from the Shahnama, also known as the Book of Kings, written by Firdausi.

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Dimensions: 653 × 893 px
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Persian verses (verso) from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi (940-1019 or 1025)

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