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

Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page, by Unknown, unspecified, 1560
Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page, by Unknown, unspecified, 1560

Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It dates from 1560 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. This page is from the 'Tales of a Parrot' (Tuti-nama), a collection of stories.

About this work

Overview

This page is from the 'Tales of a Parrot' (Tuti-nama), a collection of stories. It features text written in a flowing script on a beige background.

Technique & Style

The text is rendered in a formal, cursive style with intricate flourishes and decorations, giving the page an air of refinement. A thin border line adds to the sense of elegance and formality.

Subject & Meaning

The page's content is purely textual, with no accompanying illustrations, suggesting that the narrative is the primary focus.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page?

Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page was painted by Unknown in 1560.

Where can I see Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page?

Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.