Artwork
Right-Hand Page from the Qur'an
Right-Hand Page from the Qur'an is an unspecified painting by the Persian Miniature artist Unknown. It dates from 1549 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago. This is a page from a Qur'an manuscript, likely created for devotional use.
About this work
Overview
This is a page from a Qur'an manuscript, likely created for devotional use. The text is written in a formal script.
Technique & Style
The page features calligraphy in muhaqqaq script, a style characterized by its elegance and legibility. The text is written in black ink with gold accents and rubrication.
Context
Qur'an manuscripts were highly revered objects in Islamic culture, often decorated with intricate calligraphy and illumination. This page reflects the artistic and devotional practices of its time.
Artist & collection
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Calligraphy Painting
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