Illuminated Firman (Royal Decree) with Ornamental Tugra (Calligraphic Monogram) of Sultan Selim III (reigned 1789-1807)

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Illuminated Firman (Royal Decree) with Ornamental Tugra (Calligraphic Monogram) of Sultan Selim III (reigned 1789-1807)

Turkey, 1805-1806 / 1220 A.H.
Manuscripts; folios
Ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper
36 1/2 x 20 1/2 in. (92.71 x 52.07 cm)
The Edwin Binney, 3rd, Collection of Turkish Art at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (M.85.237.55)
Art of the Middle East: Islamic and Contemporary
Not currently on public view

Bibliography

  • Denny, Walter B.  Turkish Treasures from the Collection of Edward Binney, 3rd.  Portland, OR:  Portland Art Museum, 1979.