Binding from Book of Kings (Shahnama)

13th century AH/AD 19th century

23.5 cm 36.5 cm

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This non-original binding from Walters manuscript W.602 dates to the 13th century AH/AD 19th. It is composed of Qajar-style lacquer boards (no flap) and has central ovals and pendants decorated with animal scenes. The doublures are decorated with dentelle-style filigree work.

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Henry Walters, Baltimore [date and mode of acquisition unknown]; Walters Art Museum, 1931, by bequest.
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