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The game of wolf-running in Tabriz, from an Akbar-nama (Book of Akbar)

Banavari 1

Cleveland Museum of Art

The illustration depicts a lively outdoor scene with a large group of men. Most men wear turbans and colorful clothing. Some men are standing on a hillside, while others are on a lower level. A few men are holding ropes attached to an animal. In the background, there are buildings with domed roofs and towers. The scene appears to be taking place in a city or town, with trees and a blue sky visible in the distance. The artwork's border is gold with some writing at the bottom.

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614 × 900 px
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