And Gold On Paper Collection

Tughra (Insignia) of Sultan Süleiman the Magnificent (r. 1520-66), ca. 1555-60
Tughra (Insignia) of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent (r. 1520-66), ca. 1555-60

A Lady Playing the Tanpura, ca. 1735. Creator: Unknown
A Lady Playing the Tanpura, ca. 1735. Perhaps Radha, the divine consort of Krishna

Lion at Rest, ca. 1585. Creator: Mansur
Lion at Rest, ca. 1585

Maharana Sarup Singh Inspects a Prize Stallion, 1845-46. Creator: Tara
Maharana Sarup Singh Inspects a Prize Stallion, 1845-46

Birds, Trees, and Flowers, late 1500s. Creator: Kano Shoei (Japanese, 1519-1592), attributed to
Birds, Trees, and Flowers, late 1500s. Unhurried contemplation of these screens ( byobu ) reveals that their appearance differs slightly. Notice the shapes of the rocks and pine trunks

Head of a Beauty, c. 1750. Creator: Unknown
Head of a Beauty, c. 1750

Battle Between Iranians and Turanians, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), 1562-83

Universal Gateway, Chapter 25 of the Lotus Sutra, dated 1257. Creator: Sugawara Mitsushige
Universal Gateway, Chapter 25 of the Lotus Sutra, dated 1257. Celebrating the merciful acts of the bodhisattva Kannon (Sanskrit: Avalokiteshvara)

Daishojin Bosatsu, from Album of Buddhist Deities from the Diamond World... 12th century
Daishojin Bosatsu, from " Album of Buddhist Deities from the Diamond World and Womb World Mandalas" (" Kontai butsugajo" ), 12th century. Heian period (794-1185)

Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. Creator: Unknown
Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. Father Jerome Xavier (1549-1617) of the Society of Jesus, also known as the Jesuit order of Catholic priests

Page of Calligraphy, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Page of Calligraphy, 16th century

St. Michael, the Archangel, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600. Creator: Unknown
St. Michael, the Archangel, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600

Mercury, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600. Creator: Unknown
Mercury, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600

Seven Devotional Scenes, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600. Creator: Unknown
Seven Devotional Scenes, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600

Six Devotional Scenes, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600. Creator: Unknown
Six Devotional Scenes, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600

The Annunciation, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600. Creator: Unknown
The Annunciation, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600

Emaciated Horse and Rider, ca. 1625. Creator: Unknown
Emaciated Horse and Rider, ca. 1625

Virgin and Child, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600. Creator: Unknown
Virgin and Child, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600

Three Trees of India, Folio from a Baburnama (Autobiography of Babur), late 16th century

Solomon and the Queen of Sheba, early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Solomon and the Queen of Sheba, early 19th century

Devotional Scene, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600. Creator: Unknown
Devotional Scene, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600

Firman of Muhammad Shah Qajar, dated A. H. 1250 / A. D. 1835. Creator: Unknown
Firman of Muhammad Shah Qajar, dated A.H. 1250/ A.D. 1835

The Battle of Shahbarghan, Folio from a Padshahnama (Chronicle of the Emperor), 17th century

Portrait of Shah Jahan on Horseback, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Shah Jahan on Horseback, 17th century

Calligraphic Composition in Shape of Peacock, Folio from the Bellini Album, ca. 1600

Royal Horse and Runner, 16th-17th century. Creator: Unknown
Royal Horse and Runner, 16th-17th century

Portrait of a Sufi, first quarter 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Sufi, first quarter 17th century

Hilya (Votive Tablet), second half of 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Hilya (Votive Tablet), second half of 18th century

Portrait of Emperor Jahangir, ca. 1615-20. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Emperor Jahangir, ca. 1615-20

Asvatthama Fires the Narayana Weapon (Cosmic Fire) at the Pandavas, Folio... ca. 1616-17
Asvatthama Fires the Narayana Weapon (Cosmic Fire) at the Pandavas, Folio from a Razmnama, ca. 1616-17

Pair of Eagles, Folio from a Manafi al-hayawan (On the Usefulness of Animals)... ca
Pair of Eagles, Folio from a Manafi al-hayawan (On the Usefulness of Animals) of Ibn Bakhtishu, ca. 1300. Illustrates the impact of Chinese art on the Iranian tradition as a result of Mongol conquest

Album Page with Two Christian Subjects, late 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Album Page with Two Christian Subjects, late 16th century

Folio from a Manuscript by Mir Ali Shir Nava i, early 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Folio from a Manuscript by Mir Ali Shir Nava i, early 16th century

Sonnet from a Lover to the Beloved, Folio from a Manuscript of Poetry, early 16th century

Woman Carrying a Vase, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Woman Carrying a Vase, 17th century

Portrait of a Man, early 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Man, early 17th century

Adam and Four Prophets, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Adam and Four Prophets, 17th century

Portrait of Sultan Ahmet I (r. 1603-17), early 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Sultan Ahmet I (r. 1603-17), early 17th century

Decorative Drawing, first half 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Decorative Drawing, first half 15th century

Seated Angel, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Seated Angel, 17th century

Portrait of a Noble, imitation of 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Noble, imitation of 16th century

Aquatic Scene with Three Men in a Gondola, late 16th-early 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Aquatic Scene with Three Men in a Gondola, late 16th-early 17th century

Hindus Conversing before a Shrine, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Hindus Conversing before a Shrine, 17th century

Young Lovers Embracing, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Young Lovers Embracing, 16th century

A Lion, Folio from a Dispersed Nuzhatnama-i ‘Ala’
A Lion, Folio from a Dispersed Nuzhatnama-i Ala i of Shahmardan ibn Abi l Khayr, early 17th century

Title Page of the Gospel of John, 1300-1310. Creator: Sargis Pidsak
Title Page of the Gospel of John, 1300-1310

Seated Woman Curling her Hair, late 16th-early 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Seated Woman Curling her Hair, late 16th-early 17th century

A Dervish, late 16th-early 17th century. Creator: Unknown
A Dervish, late 16th-early 17th century

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"Captivating Beauty: Exploring the Allure of Gold on Paper" Immerse yourself in a world of opulence and elegance as we delve into the enchanting realm of "and gold on paper. " From exquisite Tughra (Insignia) of Sultan Süleyman the Magnificent to the mesmerizing Lion at Rest, these golden masterpieces transport us back in time. Witness Maharana Sarup Singh Inspecting a Prize Stallion, where gold illuminates every intricate detail, breathing life into this captivating scene. The late 1500s bring forth Birds, Trees, and Flowers by Kano Shoei - an artist attributed to this stunning work that showcases nature's beauty with delicate strokes of gold. Travel further through time to encounter Head of a Beauty from the 18th century. Its golden hues enhance her ethereal features and evoke a sense of timeless allure. In Universal Gateway, Chapter 25 of the Lotus Sutra dated back to 1257, Sugawara Mitsushige skillfully employs gold accents to depict spiritual enlightenment. Marvel at Daishojin Bosatsu from Album of Buddhist Deities from the Diamond World dating back to the 12th century – its radiant golden glow emanating divinity. The Mirror of Holiness (Mir al-quds) by Father Jerome Xavier captures our attention with its shimmering gilded surface reflecting purity and devotion. Discover hidden treasures within each stroke as you explore a Page of Calligraphy from the 16th century. The mysterious hand behind it remains unknown but their mastery over combining ink and gold is undeniable. St. Michael, Mercury, and Seven Devotional Scenes found within Folios from Bellini Album caress our eyes with their celestial splendor. "And gold on paper" unveils an extraordinary fusion between precious metal and artistic expression throughout history. These magnificent creations serve as testaments to human creativity transcending time itself – forever capturing hearts with their golden allure.