Or 15581 (Oriental Manuscripts, British Library)
Oriental Manuscripts
Historical anecdotes
Contents
1 copy of Kalām al-mulūk by Yūsuf Lāhījī
A collection of historical anecdotes compiled by Yūsuf Lāhījī and dedicated (see f. 3r) to Fatḥ ‘Alī Shah Qājār (reg. 1212-50/1797-1834). Includes numerous narratives relating to the Imams and scholars of the Shī‘a and to renowned saints.
Other contents: f. 340v, notes of financial transactions, with dates.
Undated.
Physical Description
Hand(s)
Large clear nastaʿlīq
Decoration
Headings, rubrics and Arabic quotations in red. Text frames: black, gold, black, black, gold, black, blue; black,gold, black. Good illuminated heading, f. 1v. Interlinear and marginal gilding, f. 1v-2r.
Binding
Original reddish brown goatskin binding with plain margin lines.
History
Provenance and Acquisition
1999-10-14
Acquired at Sotheby's sale 14 Oct. 1999, Lot 530
Record Sources
Availability
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