Antique 1751 Indian Quran Manuscript Framed Islamic Calligraphy

Antique 1751 Indian Quran Manuscript – Framed Islamic Calligraphy

Description:

A fascinating piece of Islamic manuscript history, presented in a distinctive vintage frame.

This framed artwork contains a single leaf from an illuminated Quran manuscript, catalogued as originating in India and dated to 1751 (AH 1164/65).

The manuscript features elegant Arabic calligraphy in black ink, red recitation marks, gold-coloured verse markers and decorative gilded panels. The text includes passages from Surah Al-Mu’minun and the beginning of Surah An-Nur, according to the original auction description.

The aged paper and traditional calligraphic decoration give this piece a distinctive historical character. It is displayed in a substantial, rustic wooden frame with a gold-toned inner moulding.

Details:

- Origin stated in the auction catalogue: India
- Date stated in the auction catalogue: 1751
- Subject: Islamic religious manuscript and Arabic calligraphy
- Framed and ready to display
- Antique paper shows visible signs of age and wear

A distinctive piece for collectors of manuscripts, Islamic art and historical objects.

Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. The date and origin are based on the previous auction catalogue and have not been independently authenticated.