Summary: The text explores various manuscripts and miniatures from the Persian tradition, focusing on the artistry and historical context of these exquisite works. It discusses the influence of royal patronage, particularly by Baysunghur, on the creation of illustrated books like the Shah-nama. The manuscripts are analyzed for their stylistic elements, such as figure drawing, landscape depiction, and use of color. The text delves into the adaptation of compositions from earlier works, as seen in a sumptuously illustrated Shah-nama manuscript prepared for Shah Abbas I. It also touches on the historical significance of Persian book-paintings, including the ancient tradition of illuminated manuscripts from the Manichaean community and the survival of early Persian book-paintings from the first millennium. The discussion extends to the interplay of Persian and Christian influences in certain manuscripts, illustrating the diversity and richness of the Persian painting tradition.