Two Goats from Manafi' al-Hayawan (On the Usefulness of Animals) of Ibn Bakhtishu' c. 1300

"Two Goats from Manafi' al-Hayawan (On the Usefulness of Animals)" is an illustration from a 13th century illuminated manuscript by an unknown artist, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago. The illustration depicts two goats, one standing and one laying down, with stylized floral designs in the background. The manuscript itself is a treatise on the properties and uses of animals, a popular genre in medieval Islamic culture. This miniature exemplifies the detailed and colorful style of Islamic art, showcasing a combination of naturalism and artistic flourish.