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Lovers parting, page from a book of fables

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a man and a woman in a rocky landscape. The woman on the left is wearing a red skirt and a blue top. Her hair is pulled back into a ponytail. She has bare feet and is looking left. The man on the right wears a red shirt, blue and white sash, and white turban. He appears to be mid-stride and gestures with one hand. The rocky landscape features trees and boulders. A green snake-like creature with spots is curled on the ground. Two brown animals resemble deer or dogs. A green border surrounds the painting, with a gold line inside it. The border appears worn. In the background, there are more trees, rocks, and a building. The sky is blue with clouds.

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582 × 900 px
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