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Layla and Majnun

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Layla and Majnun

Dateapprox. 1700-1725

MaterialsInk and opaque watercolors on paper

DimensionsImage: H. 10 in × W. 7 in (25.4 cm × 17.8 cm)

Credit LineGift of Ms. Louise A. Russell

Object number2022.45

DepartmentSouth Asian Art

ClassificationsPainting

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