Page of Calligraphy 1600 - 1625

This page of calligraphy, created by Muhammad Husain Kashmiri between 1600 and 1625, is a prime example of Islamic art. It features a central panel of intricate, flowing script in black ink on a pale pink background, framed by a complex geometric pattern of gold, brown, and blue. The artwork showcases Kashmiri's mastery of the *nasta'liq* script, a calligraphic style that emphasizes fluidity and elegance. The central inscription, likely a verse from the Quran or another religious text, demonstrates the importance of sacred writing in Islamic culture. Today, this work resides in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.