Qur'an Box

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Qur'an Box

Egypt, second half of 19th century
Metal
Bronze with brass inlay and precious inlaid stones
10 x 18 1/2 x 18 1/2 in. (25.40 x 46.99 x 46.99 cm)
Gift of Alice Heeramaneck (M.73.41)
Art of the Middle East: Islamic and Contemporary
Not currently on public view

Bibliography

  • Atil, Esin. Renaissance of Islam: Art of the Mamluks. Washington, D.C.: Smithsonian Institution Press, 1981.