Who painted Leaf from a Qur'an?

Leaf from a Qur'an was painted by Unknown in 1100.

Where can I see Leaf from a Qur'an?

Leaf from a Qur'an is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

Artwork

Leaf from a Qur'an

Leaf from a Qur'an is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1100 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

This is a page from a Qur'an, featuring intricate handwritten text in black ink, adorned with small decorative elements in red, blue, and gold.

Technique & Style

The text is arranged in a complex layout, with some words written vertically, creating a sense of layered depth. The contrast between the dark ink and the colorful accents achieves a dynamic visual effect.

Subject & Meaning

The page contains sacred Islamic text, presented in a calligraphic style that emphasizes the beauty and reverence of the written word.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

Museum

Cleveland Museum of Art

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