Page from a copy of the Qur'an Abbasid Caliphate (750–1258), 9th century

This 9th-century page from a copy of the Qur’an, created during the Abbasid Caliphate, showcases the beauty and precision of Islamic calligraphy. The artwork, currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, features elegant Arabic script in black ink on a parchment page, adorned with delicate red and gold accents. The meticulously crafted script, known as Kufic, is characterized by its angular and stylized forms, reflecting the artistic sensibilities of the Abbasid era.