Page from a Manuscript of the Qur'an (34:38-43; 34:43-50)

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Page from a Manuscript of the Qur'an (34:38-43; 34:43-50)

Arabia, second half 8th-early 9th century
Manuscripts; folios
Ink, colors and gold on parchment
Folio, overall: 7 5/8 x 10 in. (19.37 x 25.4 cm); Text block: 5 5/8 x 8 in. (14.29 x 20.32 cm)
The Madina Collection of Islamic Art, gift of Camilla Chandler Frost (M.2002.1.352)
Not currently on public view

Bibliography

  • Blondet, José Luis. Six Scripts for Not I: Throwing Voices (1500 BCE-2020 CE). Los Angeles: Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 2020.