A QUR'AN MANUSCRIPT, COPIED BY 'ABD AL-KABIR BIN AL-SHARIF BIN AL-HUSAIN BU HAMID AL-ISMA`ILI, NORTH WEST AFRICA, DATED 1323 AH/1905 AD

Arabic manuscript on paper, 235 folios, one repalcement, 12 lines per page written in neat, small Maghribi script in black ink, vocalization in yellow, green, red and blue, Allah written in gold throughout, text divisions marked within the text area with small trefoil devices in gold and in the margins with gold script or illuminated devices, sura headings written in gold Maghribi script, opening double page with border illumination, illuminated panel at end, contemporary gilt-stamped red morocco binding, with flap

Good condition, some fading of leather particularly on spine, gold bright and a few small stains but pages crisp and bright, as viewed
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

For manuscripts in related style see Sijelmassi 1987.