Lot 143
  • 143

An Illuminated Qur'an leaf in Maghribi Script

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • circa 1250-1350 AD
  • ink and gold on vellum

Condition

In good overall condition, slight loss to one corner, a few small stains, otherwise gold, colours and ink bold, as viewed.
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Catalogue Note

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Qur'an, surah al-an'am (VI), verses 6 to 8