A leaf from the Khamsah of Nizami, in a remarkable floral geometrical design

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"Khamseh of Nizami, North India, 19th century. Persian manuscript on paper, 273ff. with 21ll. of black nastaliq within four columns between illuminated floral margins, some folios with floral panels dividing the text, green paper covered binding with cloured panels -- Folio 29.3 x 21cm."