Bifolio from a Qur'an Manuscript

Bifolio from a Qur'an Manuscript

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Bifolio from a Qur'an Manuscript
CultureEgyptian or Syrian
Titles
  • Bifolio from a Qur'an Manuscript
Date15th century
MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
DimensionsSheet (open): 13 3/8 × 18 1/4 in. (34 × 46.4 cm)
Credit LineGift of Cathy and Vahid Kooros
Object number2011.604
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Department
Art of the Islamic Worlds
Object Type
DescriptionThis bifolio in Muhaqqaq script from a Mamluk Qur’an manuscript displays sura “Al-Hajj” (The Pilgrimage) and sura “Al-Anbiya” (The Prophets).
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