Stored safely in a medallion cabinet in the reserves of Hôtel Frits Lugt (1884–1970) had a passion for miniatures that began early on in his life. He demonstrated it in the small but arden
Superbly produced and splendidly illustrated, A Mystical Realm of Love is an important addition to the study of Pahari painting. A major work of scholarship, this welcome new publication also gives re
The Chester Beatty Library’s 16th-century Ruzbihan Qur’an—produced in the city of Shiraz in southwest Iran—is one of the finest Islamic manuscripts known. In terms of both materials and workmanship, i
A revelatory examination of Roger Fry’s fascinating but relatively little-known writings on his first love, Italian art. Drawing on articles, lectures and a wealth of new documentary material – letter
This handsomely produced publication is the first of a two volume set exploring an outstanding collection of leaves and miniatures from medieval manuscripts. Brimming with beautiful illustrations, thi
