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A Compendium Of Chronicles: Rashid Aldin'S Illustrated History Of The World (The Nasser D. Khalili Collection Of Islamic Art)-used
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The Khalili Collection Owns What Is, Without Doubt, One Of The Most Important Illustrated Medieval Manuscripts From Either East Or West. The ]Ami' Altawarikh Or 'Compendium Of Chronicles' Was Written By The 14Thcentury Court Historian Rashid Aldin, Under The Patronage Of The Ilkhanids. The 59 Folios In The Khalili Collection Reproduced Here In Colour For The First Time After Their Recent Restoration Together With Those In The Edinburgh University Library, Form A Fragment Of The Earliest Surviving Arabic Copy Of The Work. An Appendix In This Volume Reintegrates These Folios And Reconstructs Their Original Order. The Author Discusses The Identity And Techniques Of The Calligraphers And Painters Involved, Analyses The Sources For The Illustrations, And Reveals The Importance Of This Manuscript In The History Of The Persian Book. She Also Traces The Manuscript'S Journey From Rashid Aldin'S Scriptorium In Tabriz Through Timurid Herat, The 19Thcentury Mughal Court And The East India Company, To Its Acquisition By The Royal Asiatic Society. The Volume Also Includes A Translation By W.M. Thackston Of The Articles Of Endowment Of The Rab'I Rashidi.
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- Q: What is 'A Compendium of Chronicles' about? A: 'A Compendium of Chronicles' is an illustrated history of the world written by the 14th-century historian Rashid al-Din. It covers various historical events and figures under the patronage of the Ilkhanids and includes important illustrations and manuscripts.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A Compendium of Chronicles' is Sheila S. Blair, a noted scholar in Islamic art and history.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is classified as a used book in good condition, indicating it may have minor wear but is overall well-preserved.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'A Compendium of Chronicles' contains a total of 244 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for collectors? A: Yes, this book is part of The Nasser D. Khalili Collection of Islamic Art and is a significant piece for collectors of Islamic manuscripts and history.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a quality feel.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'A Compendium of Chronicles' was published on December 1, 1995.
- Q: Are there illustrations included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes color reproductions of the 59 folios that are part of the Khalili Collection, showcasing significant historical illustrations.
- Q: What additional resources does the book provide? A: The book includes an appendix that reintegrates the folios and reconstructs their original order, along with a translation by W.M. Thackston of the articles of endowment of the Rab'-i Rashidi.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'A Compendium of Chronicles' falls under the category of Collections, Catalogs & Exhibitions.