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Double-folio from the Haftawrang (Seven Thrones) by Jallil (d. 1492): Qays(Majnun) first Glimpses Layla (f. 231a)

Author: Jami1556-1565

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Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art
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Title: Double-folio from the Haftawrang (Seven Thrones) by Jallil (d. 1492): Qays(Majnun) first Glimpses Layla (f. 231a)
Creator: Author: Jami
Date Created: 1556-1565
Location: Iran
External Link: For more information about this and thousands of other works of art in the Freer|Sackler collection, please visit http://www.asia.si.edu/.
Medium: Opaque watercolor, ink and gold on paper
Historical Period: Safavid period
Credit Line: Purchase
Collection: Freer Gallery of Art

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