EditorialNuruz celebrations at the tomb of Sa'di where people bathing in healing waters are watched by a prince and two children. The Gulistan (with the Bustan in the borders) by Sa'di. 1587 - 1588. Source: Or. 8754, f.1v.
EditorialShaffron (Horse's Head Defense), early 16th century, Turkish or Iranian, Steel, copper alloy, H. 20 in. (50.8 cm); W. 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 11 oz. (735 g), Equestrian Equipment-Shaffrons, The engraved decoration includes quotations in Persian ...
EditorialHatim Ta'i's favourite horse being slaughtered to provide for his guest, the Sultan of Rum's envoy. Bustan. India, 1629. Source: Add. 27262, f.40. Language: Persian.
EditorialThe infatuated dervish watching the prince playing polo. Bustan (The Flower Garden). India, 1629. Source: Add. 27262, f.52. Language: Persian.