Lot n° 402

PERSIAN MINIATURE. XIXth century.

Estimation : Start Price 150 € /
Description
Parchment leaf, mm. 210x140; picture in frame with double rules, margin. Painting brush with very vibrant colors and touches of gold leaf and silver.

The two main characters converse at center stage, under a pavilion, and are surrounded by many other characters; in the foreground a musician plays a harp angular, in Persian called Chang. The sky background is in gold leaf, while some details are lit by silver accents. It is a copy of the late nineteenth century.

Poor condition, not complete specimen.
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