Two illustrated leaves from an astronomical manuscript depicting constellations, Persia, Safavid, 16th century

gouache heightened with gold on paper, each drawing titled above in red or black ink, reverse with tables giving the names of the constellations, ruled in red

In generally good overall condition, some rubbing and minor stains, leaves cropped, as viewed.
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The present two leaves from an astronomical manuscript give the names and descriptions of the two birds as a dajajah (hen) and a ‘uqab (eagle).