Page of Calligraphy

Calligrapher 'Abd al-Rahim Indian

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This page, signed by the celebrated calligrapher ‘Abd al-Rahim, includes four lines of poetry arranged diagonally in nastaʻliq script and interspersed with delicately rendered birds and flowers. The poem, written by the Persian poet and calligrapher Sultan ‘Ali Mashhadi (ca. 1440–1520), addresses the pain and suffering of this world, which presents an obstacle to rest and tranquility. The calligrapher of this page, ‘Abd al-Rahim, was honored with the title Ambarin Qalam (Amber Pen), given to him by the Mughal emperor Jahangir.

Page of Calligraphy, 'Abd al-Rahim (Indian, active ca. 1580–1625), Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper

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Page of Calligraphy, 'Abd al-Rahim (Indian, active ca. 1580–1625), Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
Page of Calligraphy, 'Abd al-Rahim (Indian, active ca. 1580–1625), Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper

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