Page of Calligraphy from a Mantiq al-Tayr (Language of the Birds) 1461 - 1511

This page of calligraphy is from the famous Persian poem *Mantiq al-Tayr* (The Language of the Birds), written by Farid al-Din `Attar in the 12th century. The text, penned in black ink on paper, is framed by a black border with gold flecks and set against a dark blue background. The artwork, created between 1461 and 1511, is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The delicate script and elegant design are characteristic of Islamic art, showcasing the beauty and precision of Persian calligraphy.