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Celebrate the beauty of Persian manuscripts and the stories of human and divine love that they tell in the Love and devotion exhibition.
This exhibition features nearly 70 rare 13th- to 18th-century Persian, Mughal Indian and Ottoman Turkish illustrated manuscripts and miniatures from the Bodleian Libraries of the University of Oxford.
Early European manuscripts from the Bodleian Libraries are also on display, including a Roman de la rose and works by Chaucer and Dante.
Love and devotion will also feature rare editions of European literature, travel books and maps from our collections.
This is the first major exhibition of Persian manuscripts to be held in Australia.
Companion card accepted at State Library of Victoria events.
Sponsorship information
If you are interested in sponsoring or supporting this exhibition please contact the State Library of Victoria Foundation.
A unique experience
During the Love and devotion exhibition, invite your clients, guests or staff to a special evening in the distinctive surrounds of the Library, with delicious catering and exclusive access to the exhibition. Choose from three hospitality packages or a custom experience – in Experimedia, the Red Rotunda or Mr Tulk. Download a corporate hospitality package below, or contact our venue hire team at venuehire@slv.vic.gov.au or on 03 8664 7291.
More information
Visit the Love and devotion website for rich information on Persian poets and stories, lavish images of works featured in the exhibition, education resources for teachers and more.
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Associated events
Join us to celebrate the rich and diverse culture of Melbourne’s Persian community.
Join a lively panel discussion about travelling in Iran in times past and today.
