Persian manuscript on paper, 161 leaves, ten lines to the page written in fine nasta'liq script in black, red and blue ink in one or two columns, inner margins ruled in gold, orange and blue, one illuminated headpiece in colours and gold, headings and significant words in red and blue, some marginal commentaries and catchwords, later European-style binding, half-marbled, red leather gilt 287 x 193 mm.