Introductory medallion “shamsa” magnifying bookmark

€3.95

This magnifying bookmark features the image Introductory medallion (shamsa), from Bal`ami’s History (Tarikh-i Bal`ami), object number Per 144.1 from the Chester Beatty collections. 

This intricate circular artwork features two layers of plant stems, painted in gold and jade green, against a deep blue background. This medallion design is on the introductory page of a magnificent manuscript produced in Timurid Herat (Afghanistan).

This handy bookmark contains a magnifying panel.

Bookmark size 20 x 5.8 x 0.1 cm.

Details

  • Dimensions: 20 x 5.8 x 0.1 cm
  • Weight: 9 g
  • Image details: Introductory medallion (shamsa), from Bal`ami’s History (Tarikh-i Bal`ami), Per 144.1 from the Chester Beatty collections
  • Material: card with a magnifying panel