The Constellation of Corvus the Raven, Folio from Suwar al-Kawakib al-Thabita (The Book of Fixed Stars) by Abd al-Rahman (b. Umar al-Sufi, 903-986 CE)
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The Constellation of Corvus the Raven, Folio from Suwar al-Kawakib al-Thabita (The Book of Fixed Stars) by Abd al-Rahman (b. Umar al-Sufi, 903-986 CE), 16th century. Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper, 5 3/4 x 7 7/8 in. (14.6 x 20 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Designated Purchase Fund, 74.23. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)
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Title
The Constellation of Corvus the Raven, Folio from Suwar al-Kawakib al-Thabita (The Book of Fixed Stars) by Abd al-Rahman (b. Umar al-Sufi, 903-986 CE)
Date
16th century
Period
Safavid
Medium
Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
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Dimensions
5 3/4 x 7 7/8 in. (14.6 x 20 cm)
Credit Line
Designated Purchase Fund
Accession Number
74.23
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