Description
Scène de banquet princier Safavid Iran, mid-16th century Miniature mounted on an album page painted with gouache and gold. Condition: Chipping, paper folds and a few repaints. Miniature size: 14.5 x 9 cm Scene probably taken from a manuscript illustrating the Book of Kings (shahnameh), featuring a prince enthroned and holding a book in his hands. His stewards present him with a variety of refined dishes, such as wine and dishes in the foreground. Provenance : Public sale, Sotheby's, October 28, 2009, n°167.
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