"Muhammad Ascends to Heaven in a Vision on Buraq", Folio from a Yusuf and Zulaikha of Jami 1550 - 1599

This 16th century folio by the renowned Persian artist Maulana Nur al-Din `Abd al-Rahman Jami depicts the Islamic prophet Muhammad's ascension to heaven. Muhammad is shown riding Buraq, a mythical creature, surrounded by angels, against a background of intricate gold and blue swirling clouds. The text within the page contains verses from a poem known as Yusuf and Zulaikha, by Jami himself. This manuscript is a beautiful example of Safavid-era illumination, with its rich colors, delicate lines, and detailed imagery. The art of the folio highlights the importance of Islamic tradition and mythology in Persian art.