Folio from a Qur'an Manuscript by Muhammad al-Zanjani

Folio from a Qur'an Manuscript 1112 - 1162

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amateur sketch

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aged paper

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toned paper

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incomplete sketchy

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hand drawn type

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fading type

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islamic-art

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watercolour bleed

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watercolour illustration

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mixed medium

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watercolor

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calligraphy

This folio from a Qur’an manuscript, created by Muhammad al-Zanjani between 1112 and 1162, displays a rich visual aesthetic typical of Islamic calligraphy. The intricate script, known as Kufic, is adorned with floral and geometric patterns, highlighting the beauty of the text. This manuscript, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the art of Islamic bookmaking and the meticulous care with which the sacred text was transcribed and decorated.

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