Kitāb al-Bulhān — Illustrated Manuscript Leaf

Ottoman / Persian world · 18th century · Cat. HP-B042 · Strong colour, clean

A brightly illuminated leaf from a copy of the ‘Book of Wonders’, with gold and lapis pigments.

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A vivid illustrated leaf from a later copy of the Kitāb al-Bulhān, the celebrated ‘Book of Wonders’. Rich pigments including gold and lapis remain strong, and the leaf is clean and well preserved. A decorative and scholarly piece.

Gold and lapis pigments, strong colour
From the celebrated ‘Book of Wonders’
Clean, well-preserved leaf

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Kitāb al-Bulhān — Illustrated Manuscript Leaf

Ottoman / Persian world · 1750 · HP-B042

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Certificate №: HP-2026-3001
Date of issue: June 2026
Authenticated by: Helios Specialist Council
Status: Verified authentic

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