Calligraphy (verso)
The image features a piece of artwork titled "Calligraphy (verso)" by an unknown artist. The artwork consists of black calligraphy on a tan background. The calligraphy is written in a language that appears to be Arabic. The text is arranged in six lines, each line enclosed in a cloud-like shape with a gold outline. Small blue floral designs are scattered throughout the cloud shapes. The artwork is surrounded by a tan border with gold flecks. A thin blue and gold line borders the inner edge of the tan border. Two additional thin lines, one blue and one gold, are positioned on the outer edge of the tan border. The background behind the artwork is white. The artwork has a worn appearance with visible signs of aging.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 564 × 900 px
- Museum Record
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