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Nu'mân kisses the hand of Muhammad, embracing Islam.

Nu'mân kisses the hand of Muhammad, embracing Islam.

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Muhammad performs another miracle by creating a spring of cool, pure water in the desert camp of the Banû Junda'.

Muhammad performs another miracle by creating a spring of cool, pure w...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Rustam catches Rakhsh. - Persian manuscript

Rustam catches Rakhsh. - Persian manuscript

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A battle between Iranians and Turanians.

A battle between Iranians and Turanians.

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Suhrâb before the White Castle, his army behind him.

Suhrâb before the White Castle, his army behind him.

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Gayûmars seated, surrounded by wild beasts, including a lion, a tiger, giraffe, and horned deer.

Gayûmars seated, surrounded by wild beasts, including a lion, a tiger,...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Manûchihr kills his uncle Salm by striking him in the head with his sword.

Manûchihr kills his uncle Salm by striking him in the head with his sw...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

The new king Kay Khusrau talks with nobles of his court.

The new king Kay Khusrau talks with nobles of his court.

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Manûchihr killing his uncle Tûr by spearing him in the back.

Manûchihr killing his uncle Tûr by spearing him in the back.

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

The soldiers of Afrâsiyâb battle the Iranians for the first time.

The soldiers of Afrâsiyâb battle the Iranians for the first time.

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Roll Chronicle of the Kings of England and the Botelers of Sudeley Castle

Roll Chronicle of the Kings of England and the Botelers of Sudeley Cas...

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Abû Hishâm and his friends discuss Muhammad and his new religion with the people of Quraysh.

Abû Hishâm and his friends discuss Muhammad and his new religion with ...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Three Christian monks attend a Muslim religious meeting.

Three Christian monks attend a Muslim religious meeting.

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Shâhnâmah  = The Book of Kings. p. 254v.

Shâhnâmah = The Book of Kings. p. 254v.

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Shâhnâmah  = The Book of Kings. p. 171v

Shâhnâmah = The Book of Kings. p. 171v

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Farâmarz, a son of Rustam, strikes Shîrm.

Farâmarz, a son of Rustam, strikes Shîrm.

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Gushtâsb is greeted by Zâl in Sîstân.

Gushtâsb is greeted by Zâl in Sîstân.

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Tûs kills the Turanian warrior Arzhang.

Tûs kills the Turanian warrior Arzhang.

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Dârâ, the son of Dârâb, sits on the throne with supports in the form of gold lions.

Dârâ, the son of Dârâb, sits on the throne with supports in the form o...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Rustam lifts Shangul from his saddle on his lance.

Rustam lifts Shangul from his saddle on his lance.

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Hormuzd, seated in a small covered pavilion, talks with one of his father's ministers he has jailed.

Hormuzd, seated in a small covered pavilion, talks with one of his fat...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

The troops of Bahrâm Chûbînah defeat those of Sâvah Shâh.

The troops of Bahrâm Chûbînah defeat those of Sâvah Shâh.

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Hungarian coats of arms f. 438 - Public domain medieval manuscript

Hungarian coats of arms f. 438 - Public domain medieval manuscript

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Peach tree (khaukh), f. 161v - Public domain illuminated manuscript

Peach tree (khaukh), f. 161v - Public domain illuminated manuscript

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Juniper gum tree (lubân) [top]; Almond tree (lauz) [bottom], f. 174

Juniper gum tree (lubân) [top]; Almond tree (lauz) [bottom], f. 174

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The spring of 'Ibâd Allâhâbâd, a village between Qazvin and Hamadân, f. 126v

The spring of 'Ibâd Allâhâbâd, a village between Qazvin and Hamadân, f...

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Garlic (balbûs) [Misspelled balyûs] [top];  Aconite (bîsh). A poisonous plant that resembles ginger [bottom], f. 185v

Garlic (balbûs) [Misspelled balyûs] [top]; Aconite (bîsh). A poisonou...

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Nightshade ('inab al-sa'lab) [top]; Radish (fujl) [bottom], f. 198

Nightshade ('inab al-sa'lab) [top]; Radish (fujl) [bottom], f. 198

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Lote tree (nabq), f. 177v - Public domain illuminated manuscript

Lote tree (nabq), f. 177v - Public domain illuminated manuscript

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Pulse (karsana), f. 203 - Persian manuscript

Pulse (karsana), f. 203 - Persian manuscript

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A story about a merchant with a slave who leads his camel, f. 221

A story about a merchant with a slave who leads his camel, f. 221

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Weasel (dalah), f. 326v - Persian manuscript

Weasel (dalah), f. 326v - Persian manuscript

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Pragyanpti

Pragyanpti

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Pragyanpti

Pragyanpti

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Pragyanpti

Pragyanpti

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Pragyanpti

Pragyanpti

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Initial S formed a a female-headed snake, offering the apple to Eve, with Adam below; in the leaves of the decoration in the upper border, allegories of the 7 deadly sins, partially cropped

Initial S formed a a female-headed snake, offering the apple to Eve, w...

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Explicit of text, with initial, placemarkers, and miniature of Christ as judge

Explicit of text, with initial, placemarkers, and miniature of Christ ...

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Manûchihr gives advice to Zâl about his marriage to Rûdâbah.

Manûchihr gives advice to Zâl about his marriage to Rûdâbah.

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Miniature showing 1. Venus enthroned as Queen of Cypriens, beneath a red canopy, surrounded by couples at play; 2. temple scene with worshippers and statue of goddess; 3. scene showing prostitues; 4. ships in harbor.  Border design, initial and rubric.

Miniature showing 1. Venus enthroned as Queen of Cypriens, beneath a r...

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Grandes chroniques de France Jean Fouquet: Solomon's seal, illuminated manuscript

Grandes chroniques de France Jean Fouquet: Solomon's seal, illuminated...

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Giovanni Boccaccio - Medea., Illuminated medieval manuscript, illuminated manuscript

Giovanni Boccaccio - Medea., Illuminated medieval manuscript, illumina...

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Giovanni Boccaccio - Nicostrata., Illuminated medieval manuscript, illuminated manuscript

Giovanni Boccaccio - Nicostrata., Illuminated medieval manuscript, ill...

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Three miniatures:  Cain and Abel make offerings; Cain slays Abel; God confronts Cain.  With text, initials, linefillers, placemarkers, fol. 9r

Three miniatures: Cain and Abel make offerings; Cain slays Abel; God ...

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Noah's ark, fol. 11r - Public domain dedication image

Noah's ark, fol. 11r - Public domain dedication image

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Two miniatures, with text, initials, linefillers, fol. 15v

Two miniatures, with text, initials, linefillers, fol. 15v

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Afrâsiyâb dictates a letter to Siyâvush.

Afrâsiyâb dictates a letter to Siyâvush.

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Siyâvush and Afrâsiyâb feasting on the occasion of Siyâvush's marriage to Farangîs.

Siyâvush and Afrâsiyâb feasting on the occasion of Siyâvush's marriage...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Miniature showing 1. Sempronia displaying her skill in rhetoric before three noblemen who applaud her; 2. Sempronia dancing with five men in a village square at dusk, while a second woman plays a long wind instrument.  Initial and border design.

Miniature showing 1. Sempronia displaying her skill in rhetoric before...

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Miniature showing 1. portrait of Mariamne and Aristobolus shown by kneeling man to royal couple; 2. Mariamne, naked except for a crown, engulfed by flames at the stake as townspeople look on.  Initial, border design.

Miniature showing 1. portrait of Mariamne and Aristobolus shown by kne...

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Miniature showing the Empress Irene condemning her son, Constantine, to prison.  She sits on a hexagonal raised platform; he is restrained by two figures.  Initial, rubric and border design.

Miniature showing the Empress Irene condemning her son, Constantine, t...

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The meeting of Rustam and Isfandiyâr.

The meeting of Rustam and Isfandiyâr.

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

The fox and the goat [cont.]. - Public domain dedication image

The fox and the goat [cont.]. - Public domain dedication image

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Gurgîn kills Andarîmân. - Persian manuscript

Gurgîn kills Andarîmân. - Persian manuscript

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fol. 54v - Public domain dedication image

fol. 54v - Public domain dedication image

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Full-page initial E of Psalm 80, showing scenes from 2 Samuel 14. At the foot of the columns, bas-de-page scenes (lacking ground lines). Scrolls missing text

Full-page initial E of Psalm 80, showing scenes from 2 Samuel 14. At t...

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fol. 87r - Public domain dedication image

fol. 87r - Public domain dedication image

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The man who promised the impossible [cont.]; The cheat.

The man who promised the impossible [cont.]; The cheat.

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The frogs and the dried-up pond [cont.]; The old man and death.

The frogs and the dried-up pond [cont.]; The old man and death.

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fol. 128r - Public domain dedication image

fol. 128r - Public domain dedication image

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fol. 130v - Public domain dedication image

fol. 130v - Public domain dedication image

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Grandes chroniques de France Jean Fouquet: fol. 147r, illuminated manuscript

Grandes chroniques de France Jean Fouquet: fol. 147r, illuminated manu...

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The fox and the monkey king [cont.].

The fox and the monkey king [cont.].

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The doctor and his patient [cont.]; The bird catcher and the viper.

The doctor and his patient [cont.]; The bird catcher and the viper.

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The ant and the dove [cont.]; The bat, the thorn, and the gull.

The ant and the dove [cont.]; The bat, the thorn, and the gull.

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The bat, the thorn, and the gull [end]; The donkey and the gardener.

The bat, the thorn, and the gull [end]; The donkey and the gardener.

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The mole and his mother [cont.]; The wasps, the partridges, and the farmer.

The mole and his mother [cont.]; The wasps, the partridges, and the fa...

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The tortoise and the eagle [cont.]; The flea and the man.

The tortoise and the eagle [cont.]; The flea and the man.

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The lion, the wolf, and the fox [cont.].

The lion, the wolf, and the fox [cont.].

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Hermes and the sculptor [cont.]; Hermes and Tiresias.

Hermes and the sculptor [cont.]; Hermes and Tiresias.

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The ant [cont.]; The bat and the weasels.

The ant [cont.]; The bat and the weasels.

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The donkey, the crow, and the wolf [cont.]; The donkey, the fox, and the lion.

The donkey, the crow, and the wolf [cont.]; The donkey, the fox, and t...

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The dog who came to dinner [end]; The fisherman who played the flute.

The dog who came to dinner [end]; The fisherman who played the flute.

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Text with placemarkers and rubric; miniature.

Text with placemarkers and rubric; miniature.

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Rubric and full-page miniature showing Moses, Pharaoh, and the rain of blood.

Rubric and full-page miniature showing Moses, Pharaoh, and the rain of...

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Pragyanpti - Public domain dedication image

Pragyanpti - Public domain dedication image

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Muhammad visits Abû Lahab in his camp.

Muhammad visits Abû Lahab in his camp.

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Mutî', who has been restored to life by the Prophet, stands in front of him, his idol lying at his feet, and he converts to Islam.

Mutî', who has been restored to life by the Prophet, stands in front o...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Abû Hishâm, sitting with two friends in an eyvân, tells them that he has become a Muslim.

Abû Hishâm, sitting with two friends in an eyvân, tells them that he h...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Back cover of binding - Persian manuscript

Back cover of binding - Persian manuscript

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Shâhnâmah  = The Book of Kings.

Shâhnâmah = The Book of Kings.

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Siyâvush beheaded by Gurûy. - Public domain medieval manuscript

Siyâvush beheaded by Gurûy. - Public domain medieval manuscript

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Rustam battles three Turanian soldiers.

Rustam battles three Turanian soldiers.

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

The young Kay Khusrau, dressed as a shepherd, is lead before Afrâsiyâb by Pîrân.

The young Kay Khusrau, dressed as a shepherd, is lead before Afrâsiyâb...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

One of the newly converted Muslims of Medina urges a group of Jews of this city to convert.

One of the newly converted Muslims of Medina urges a group of Jews of ...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

'Abd-Allâh ibn Ybayy climbs a date palm and announces that Muhammad is approaching Qubâ', a suburb of Medina.

'Abd-Allâh ibn Ybayy climbs a date palm and announces that Muhammad is...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Muhammad and Abû Bakr on camels arrive at the 'Ukâz Fair at the campground of a heathen tribe, the Bakr ibn Wâ'il.

Muhammad and Abû Bakr on camels arrive at the 'Ukâz Fair at the campgr...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Shâhnâmah  [Text Page] - Persian manuscript

Shâhnâmah [Text Page] - Persian manuscript

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[Illuminated chapter heading.] - Persian manuscript

[Illuminated chapter heading.] - Persian manuscript

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Rustam shoots Isfandiyâr in the eyes with a double-pointed arrow.

Rustam shoots Isfandiyâr in the eyes with a double-pointed arrow.

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Bahrâm Chûbînah kills the dragon that has devoured the daughter of the Khâqân of Chîn.

Bahrâm Chûbînah kills the dragon that has devoured the daughter of the...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Kay Khusrau leads the Iranian forces against the Turanians.

Kay Khusrau leads the Iranian forces against the Turanians.

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Iskandar and Khizr (on a mule), both holding shining globes that light their way through the gloom, ride towards the Fountain of Life.

Iskandar and Khizr (on a mule), both holding shining globes that light...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Bahrâm Gûr disguised as his own ambassador gives a letter to Shangal, king of Hind (India).

Bahrâm Gûr disguised as his own ambassador gives a letter to Shangal, ...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Rustam attacks Akvân Dîv, who is described in the text as in the guise of an onager of invisible, but here is shown as a dîv.

Rustam attacks Akvân Dîv, who is described in the text as in the guise...

Life of the Prophet Muhammad written at the order of the Mamluk sultan al-Mansûr 'Alâ' al-Dîn 'Alî (d. 778/1376). The work was first illustrated during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Murâd III.

Emperor Sigismund with the golden rose ff. 86-87

Emperor Sigismund with the golden rose ff. 86-87

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Mass according to the Orthodox rite f. 276

Mass according to the Orthodox rite f. 276

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Vine (karm), f. 172 - Persian manuscript

Vine (karm), f. 172 - Persian manuscript

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The story of Barsisâ, who sells his soul to the Devil. Here Barsisâ, shown as an old man, makes love to a young woman, f. 296v

The story of Barsisâ, who sells his soul to the Devil. Here Barsisâ, s...

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Rabbit (arnab), f. 321v - Persian manuscript

Rabbit (arnab), f. 321v - Persian manuscript

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