A PERSIAN SAFAVID DRAWING OF HORSEMEN IN A LANDSCAPE, WITH CALLIGRAPHY ON REVERSE, POSSIBLY 17TH CENTURY
Persian Safavid drawing depicts a dramatic scene of horsemen in a rugged landscape, possibly portraying a battle or a hunt. The composition is rendered with exceptional finesse, showcasing dynamic figures on horseback amidst intricate natural elements such as jagged rocks and vegetation.
The reverse side features beautifully executed Persian calligraphy in black ink, The script is neatly arranged in vertical columns, likely verses of poetry.