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Manuchehr Kills Tur, Manuscript from Shahnama

Safavid dynasty (1501–1722), 16th century, dated 1580/1590
Ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper
27.3 × 14.6 cm (10.7 × 5.7 in)

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