An illustrated leaf from a manuscript of Persian poetry, probably depicting the daughter of the generous Hatim before the Prophet Persia, perhaps Shiraz, 16th Century Persian manuscript on paper, text written diagonally in fine nasta'liq in black ink, illustration in gouache and gold, inner margins ruled in colours and gold, outer borders with naturalistic foliate motifs, some in gold, on a grey-green ground 237 x 150 mm. Footnotes: The text above the image is from Sa'di's Bustan, from the first section on the subject of justice, judgement and prudence. The text below the image is also from the Bustan but from the seventh section, on education. For another depiction of the scene, in a manuscript of Sa'di's Gulistan and Bustan, Shiraz, dated AH 1006/AD 1598, see Sotheby's, Arts of the Islamic World, 24th April 2013, lot 60. Important Notice to Buyers Some countries, e.g., the US, prohibit or restrict the purchase by its citizens (wherever located) and/or the import of certain types of works of particular origins. As a convenience to buyers, Bonhams has marked with the symbol R all lots of Iranian (Persian), Syrian or Afghan origin. It is each buyer's responsibility to ensure that they do not bid on or import a lot in contravention of the sanctions or trade embargoes that apply to them. Lot to be sold without reserve. This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: † R † VAT at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium. R This lot is subject to import restrictions when shipped to the United States. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing