Folio from a Qur'an Manuscript 1282 - 1333

This folio, a page from a larger Qur'an manuscript, was created by Ahmad ibn al-Suhrawardi al-Bakri between 1282 and 1333. The script, a beautiful example of the *Kufic* style, is framed by a decorative border featuring intricate floral motifs in gold and blue. The artwork, which is housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, demonstrates the skill and artistry of Islamic calligraphers in the 13th and 14th centuries. The use of gold and the fine details of the script add to the reverence and beauty of the Quranic verses.