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Folio from a Qur’an, sura 87,1-19; sura 88,1-26; sura 89,1-7 and part of 8 (S1986.78) — Unknown artistUnknown artist

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Written by: Giulia NovakSenior Specialist · Illumination (Tezhip)
Calligraphy (Hat) · Catalogue no. 235814
Unknown artistUnknown artist

Folio from a Qur’an, sura 87,1-19; sura 88,1-26; sura 89,1-7 and part of 8 (S1986.78)

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Detached folio from a Qur'an; recto: Sura al-a'la (the Most high), sura 87:1-19, Sura al-Ghashiya (the Overwhelming), sura 88:1-4. Arabic in black, blue, gold and white naskh, muhaqqaq and thuluth scripts; vocalized in black with red letters for recitation and reading. One of a group of twenty folios. Turkey, 2nd half 16th century or later. Arthur M. Sackler Gallery S1986.78

Artist / MakerUnknown artistUnknown artist
Date2nd half 16th century or later
Culture / OriginOttoman Qur'an manuscripts
Dimensions5690×8220 px (digital)
DepartmentCalligraphy (Hat)
TypeManuscript painting
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