Who painted Qur'an Manuscript Folio (verso) (right side of bifolio)?

Qur'an Manuscript Folio (verso) (right side of bifolio) was painted by Unknown in 1400.

Where can I see Qur'an Manuscript Folio (verso) (right side of bifolio)?

Qur'an Manuscript Folio (verso) (right side of bifolio) is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

Artwork

Qur'an Manuscript Folio (verso) (right side of bifolio)

Qur'an Manuscript Folio (verso) (right side of bifolio) is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1400 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. This drawing is a folio from a Qur'an manuscript, created during the Mamluk Sultanate period in Egypt.

About this work

You see black ink on cream paper: tight, looping Arabic script framed by gold and blue borders.

You see black ink on cream paper: tight, looping Arabic script framed by gold and blue borders.

This page comes from a Qur’an made in Egypt when the Mamluk sultans ruled. The calligrapher turned words into patterns—each line a balance of thick and thin strokes. Scribes worked in teams, so the hand might not be one person’s.

Look up the Mamluk Sultanate (1250–1517) to see more objects from the same time.

Overview

This drawing is a folio from a Qur'an manuscript, created during the Mamluk Sultanate period in Egypt. The page features Arabic script in black ink on cream-colored paper, framed by gold and blue borders.

Subject & Meaning

The text is from the 53rd chapter (Surah An-Najm) of the Qur'an, a sacred Islamic scripture. The use of calligraphy in the Qur'an reflects its importance in Islamic art and culture, where it is considered the highest form of artistic expression.

Technique & Style

The calligrapher's work transforms written words into intricate patterns, balancing thick and thin strokes. The production of this manuscript likely involved a team of scribes, whose collaborative effort resulted in the final product.

History & Provenance

The manuscript dates back to the Mamluk Sultanate period (1250-1517) in Egypt, a time when calligraphy was not only used for religious texts but also adorned secular objects, showcasing its versatility.