"Three Men Before a Castle", Folio from a Khavarannama (The Book of the East) of ibn Husam al-Din by Maulana Muhammad Ibn Husam ad Din

"Three Men Before a Castle", Folio from a Khavarannama (The Book of the East) of ibn Husam al-Din 1451 - 1511

aged paper

toned paper

water colours

tea stained

coloured pencil

coffee painting

men

islamic-art

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

watercolor

warm toned green

This folio from a Khavarannama (The Book of the East) by Maulana Muhammad Ibn Husam ad Din, dating from 1451 to 1511, depicts three men standing before a castle. The men are adorned in colorful clothing and stand amidst a lush garden, their expressions and gestures conveying an air of mystery and intrigue. This exquisite miniature exemplifies the vibrant artistic traditions of 15th-century Persia, showcasing intricate details and a refined palette. The work, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, captures a moment from the book, inviting viewers to explore the rich narrative contained within the Khavarannama.