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Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image shows a page from "Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama)" by an unknown artist. The page is filled with handwritten text in a language that appears to be Persian, written in black ink on yellowed parchment. The text is arranged in lines that run horizontally across the page. The handwriting is intricate and ornate, with flourishes and decorations. The page has a thin gold border around the edges, with a thicker gold line running along the inner edge of the border. The background of the page is a light brown color, with darker brown spots and discolorations scattered throughout. The overall appearance of the page suggests that it is an old, possibly illuminated manuscript. The text is written in a style that is consistent with calligraphy. The page appears to be in a fragile condition, with signs of aging and wear. The image is rectangular and occupies most of the visual space. There are no illustrations or images on the page, only text. The text and border are the main visual elements.

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579 × 893 px
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