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Written by: Giulia NovakSenior Specialist · Illumination (Tezhip)
Calligraphy (Hat) · Catalogue no. 75113
Egypt?, Abbasid Period, 9th centuryQur’an Manuscript Folio
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byCleveland Museum of Art
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| Artist / Maker | Egypt?, Abbasid Period, 9th century |
|---|---|
| Date | 800s-900s |
| Culture / Origin | Egypt?, Abbasid Period, 9th century |
| Medium | ink, gold, and color on parchment |
| Dimensions | Sheet: 13 x 17.4 cm (5 1/8 x 6 7/8 in.); Text area: 9 x 14 cm (3 9/16 x 5 1/2 in.) |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Type | Calligraphy |
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