Bahram Gûr and the Princess of the Black Pavilion, Safavid Iran, Shiraz, late 16th century Illustrated folio of a manuscript on paper of the Haft Peykar (The Seven Portraits) by Nezâmi (1141-1209). Text in Persian nasta'liq in black ink over 23 lines and divided into four columns. The gouache and gold painting depicts King Bahram Gur's visit to the Indian princess in the black pavilion. On each side, title inscribed in gold letters. Framed. Page size: 29.3 x 18.2 cm; painting size: 11 x 10.8 cm Stains, restorations, missing polychromy, wear and tears, page fold at top.