And Ink On Paper Collection

Divan (Anthology) of Hafiz, last quarter 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Divan (Anthology) of Hafiz, last quarter 18th century

Women Enjoying the Moonlight, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Women Enjoying the Moonlight, 18th century

Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): The Twelfth Night: King Bhojaraja tries in vain to ascertain the whereabouts of the pearl from the four traveling companions, c. 1560

Isfandiyar slays Arjasp, the king of Turan, from a Shah-nama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi (Persian, about 934-1020), 1600-1605

Hindola Raga, c. 1790-1800. Creator: Unknown
Hindola Raga, c. 1790-1800. The word hindola means swing in Sanskrit, and the term raga indicates that this painting is from a set in which each work depicts a scene intended to evoke a particular

Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): Twelfth night: The merchants daughter meets the gardener, c. 1560. Among the illustrations in the Tales of a Parrot

Page from the Late Shah Jahan Album: Prince and Ascetics, c. 1630. Creator: Govardhan (Indian)
Page from the Late Shah Jahan Album: Prince and Ascetics, c. 1630. Most paintings in the Late Shah Jahan Album were commissioned specifically for the album

Page from the Late Shah Jahan Album: Harem Night-Bathing Scene, c. 1653. Creator: Unknown
Page from the Late Shah Jahan Album: Harem Night-Bathing Scene, c. 1653. At least two scenes of women bathing under the moonlight were included in the Late Shah Jahan Album

Page from the Late Shah Jahan Album: Calligraphy Framed by an Ornamental Border with Poppies and Pairs of Birds, c. 1653. Treated as a jewel set in gold and floral arabesques

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"And Ink on Paper: A Glimpse into the Artistic Treasures of the 18th Century" Delve into the enchanting world of art and literature with "And Ink on Paper. " This captivating anthology, known as Divan (Anthology) of Hafiz, was created by an unknown artist in the last quarter of the 18th century. Its pages are adorned with intricate calligraphy and mesmerizing illustrations that transport us to a bygone era. One such illustration is "Women Enjoying the Moonlight, " also from the 18th century. The creator remains a mystery, but their talent shines through as we witness women basking in ethereal moonlight, lost in moments of serenity and joy. Another masterpiece within this collection is "Bahram Gur Shows His Skill Hunting, while Fitna Watches. " Illustrated in a folio from Haft Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama), it depicts Bahram Gur's prowess as he hunts under Fitna's watchful gaze. The details captured on paper bring this ancient tale to life before our eyes. In contrast, we encounter Isfandiyar slaying Arjasp, king of Turan. From Shah-nama (Book of Kings) by Firdausi comes this epic scene where bravery meets destiny. The strokes and ink seamlessly blend together to depict this legendary battle between good and evil. The artistic journey continues with Hindola Raga, crafted around 1790-1800 by an anonymous artist. This vibrant piece showcases musicians playing instruments amidst lush surroundings—a visual symphony that resonates through time. Within these pages lies another gem from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): "The Twelfth Night: The Merchant's Daughter. " Here we witness love blooming against all odds—depicting tales that have captivated hearts for centuries. Travel back further to c. 1630 with the Late Shah Jahan Album: "Prince and Ascetics.