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Solomon enthroned, judging beasts and men: 3439

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Current Location: In storage

Titles

Solomon enthroned, judging beasts and men
Calligraphy

Maker(s)

Miniaturist: Unknown

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Description

Miniature of a late date inserted in a manuscript of Kitab-i-Tayyibat (Book of fine Odes) of Sa'di (the Persian Poet). Above drawing and verso, black ink Arabic calligraphy.

Measurements and weight

Height: 109 mm
Width: 83 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1943) by Brangwyn, Frank

Dating

1650s
Production date: circa AD 1650

School or Style

Persian

Materials used in production

Bodycolour
White bodycolour
Ink
Gold

Components of the work

Support composed of paper
Recto
Verso

Identification numbers

Accession number: 3439
Primary reference Number: 33533

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Wednesday 15 October 2025

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Paintings, Drawings and Prints

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