Lot 140
  • 140

A Qur'an leaf in kufic script

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • 9th century
  • Ink and gold on Vellum

Condition

In fairly good overall condition, margins slightly cropped, small loss to illustrated page at the bottom left, another minor loss and re-inking to the 2nd line top right, a few minor stains, some rubbing to reverse and ink loss, otherwise page clean and fresh and ink strong, as viewed.
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Catalogue Note

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Qur'an surah al-ma'idah (V), verses 65 to 66