Description: EARLY PERSIAN PAINTING - Kalila and Dimna Manuscripts of the Late Fourteenth Century A gorgeously illustrated volume by Bernard O'Kane, professor of Islamic Art and Architecture at The American University in Cairo. This book focuses on a group of seven Persian manuscripts of the Kalila wa Dimna moral tales from the second half of the 14th century. These manuscripts contain several of the finest masterpieces of Persian painting. The book is very rare and never to be found at this low price. This oversize hardcover volume is in very nice condition. The jacket, in mylar, has only minor handling, including a closed 1/4" tear at the bottom edge of the back panel. The book itself has traces of wear at the edges; strong binding and fine, unmarked interior. Measures 9.75" X 11.25", 336 pages, richly illustrated.
Price: 175 USD
Location: Idyllwild, California
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Binding: Hardcover
Place of Publication: Cairo
Language: English
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Dust Jacket, Illustrated
Region: Middle East
Author: Bernard O'Kane
Publisher: American University in Cairo Press
Country/Region of Manufacture: Egypt
Topic: Art History & Criticism
Subject: Art & Photography
Year Printed: 2003
Original/Facsimile: Original
