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November 2003 Fine Art & Antiques Online Auction

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541. Qur'an Manuscript Leaf, C. 10th century

This leaf from the Qur'ran, the sacred Islamic Qur'anic text of the prophet Muhammad, is written in bold Kufic in brown ink with headings and vowel pointing in red on cream-colored vellum. It also has some numbers penciled in the upper margin. Adheared to white backing and matted. Leaf measures apprx 7" x 9." Paper size is apprx 11" x 14." The Qur'an is a compilation of writings by Mohammed and is used as the Muslim bible. It is regarded by most Muslims as the uncreated word of God.



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