Persian Manuscript Gouache Painting with Wresters! artwork this particular example I think

this particular example I think holds all the charm of fraktur watercolors

3 1/2" x 5 1/2" and in excellent condition

it's well worn

The metal piece itself was produced by the Ames Manufacturing Co

33 pages filled (all

Persian Manuscript Gouache Painting with Wresters! artwork this particular example I thinkIt's the pair of wrestlers on this illuminated manuscript page, Persian I believe, that really make it for me, though the gridded patterning on that bright blue floor, and weeping willows against gold, and lime green of the seated man's tunic really do it for me too! Gouache on paper, with terrific color and pattern and gestures throughout, earlyish 20th c. or so I presume. 7 7 8" x 5 7 8" and in very good condition, with a few stains and a little