An illuminated Dala’il al-Khayrat, signed by 'Abd al-Qadir al-Zihni, Turkey, Ottoman, dated 1192 AH/1778 AD

Arabic manuscript on paper, 176 leaves plus 2 flyleaves, 11 lines to the page, written in naskh script in black ink, text separations represented by pointed gold roundels, 2 illuminated floral headpieces, catchwords, ruled in blue, black and gold, double page illustration of Mecca and Medina, brown morocco binding with gilt-stamped medallions and scroll work borders, with flap

In generally good overall condition, binding slightly worn and spine repaired, water staining, thumbed, occasional smudges and creases, pages generally clean, as viewed.
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