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Leaf of the Koran
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| Accession #: | 2702.1 |
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| Title: | Leaf of the Koran |
| Object Type: | Calligraphy |
| Participants: | |
| Physical Description: | A page from a manuscript of the Koran, with writing on both sides in black ink on grained Arabian paper. Hand painted decorations interspersed in writing, a decorative motif at far left side, possibly where it met with another page. Designs painted in gold, red, grey and black. |
| Category: | Art |
| Subjects/Topics/Concepts: |
Drawing (Artwork), Religious (Communication->Ceremonial)
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| Geographical Reference: | Middle East (International) |
| Dimensions: |
Paper Dimensions H x W 17 3/4 x 113 "
Image Dimensions HxW 13 3/4 x 10 "
Mat Dimensions HxW 24 x 20 "
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| Materials/Techniques: |
calligraphy (Technique)
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| Marks/Inscription: |
On work: Arabic (Egyptian or Thuluth) writing on front and back.
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| Credit Line: | Museum Purchase |
| Copyright: |
public domain
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