Folio 17 from an Album of Calligraphic Panels 17th-18th century

Curator: What a beautiful page. This is Folio 17 from an Album of Calligraphic Panels, by Sihani Ram. Editor: It looks like floating clouds, doesn't it? The calligraphy has this light, airy quality. Curator: Yes, the script does seem to dance across the page. Notice how the cloud-like forms accentuate the curves and lines of the writing. Editor: And that muted gold background really makes the black ink pop. The design creates such an interesting interplay between text and the visual field. It makes me wonder about the poems meaning. Curator: It's lovely, isn't it? A true testament to the beauty of the script and the care in the design. Editor: Agreed. This piece is like a quiet meditation.