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Written by: Deniz EkinciResearcher · Islamic & Ottoman Arts
Illumination (Tezhip) · Catalogue no. 112212
IslamicQur’an cover
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byArt Institute of Chicago
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| Artist / Maker | Islamic |
|---|---|
| Date | 17th century |
| Culture / Origin | Iran |
| Medium | Leather; exterior: embossed and gilt decoration; interior: filigree and gilt decoration |
| Dimensions | Overall: 19.4 × 36.2 × 0.2 cm (7 5/8 × 14 1/4 × 1/8 in.); Closed: 19.4 × 13 × 0.5 cm (7 5/8 × 5 1/8 × 7/16 in.) |
| Department | Arts of Asia |
| Type | Book |
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