Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): blank page

The object is a single leaf from the manuscript Tales of a Parrot (Tuti‑nama). Unlike the surrounding folios, this sheet contains no text or illustration, presenting a plain surface marked only by a faint central vertical line. Its condition reflects extensive handling, with a yellowed, uneven edge and a speckled, worn paper texture typical of historic codices.

The page measures the standard dimensions of the codex and is composed of a thin, rag‑based paper that has acquired a pale, yellowish hue over centuries. A subtle, almost invisible line runs vertically through the centre, possibly a guide for later copying. The surface bears numerous minute specks and abrasions, indicating frequent contact and environmental exposure.

Other pages from Tales of a Parrot in the museum’s collection feature richly colored miniatures and calligraphic text, providing contrast to this empty leaf. The juxtaposition highlights the manuscript’s typical production techniques and underscores the significance of even blank spaces within the broader narrative and artistic program.