Young Lovers Embracing, 16th century, Attributed to Iran, Qazvin, Watercolor, opaque watercolor, ink, silver, and gold on paper

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Young Lovers Embracing, 16th century, Attributed to Iran, Qazvin, Watercolor, opaque watercolor, ink, silver, and gold on paper, 14 5/16 x 9 1/2in. ( x ), Codices, This album page consists of cut out panels of calligraphy in nasta'liq script alternating with panels of illumination, all surrounding a drawing of an amorous couple. The delicacy with which the lovers are rendered makes for an unusually sensual image

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Size: 3132px × 4760px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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