Antique 19th Century Handwritten MANUSCRIPT KORAN QURAN Kashmir Naskh (3) Leaves

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Antique 19th Century Handwritten MANUSCRIPT KORAN QURAN Kashmir Naskh (3) Leaves:
$124.99

Greetings from Massachusetts Antiques!For your consideration:Antique 19th Century Handwritten MANUSCRIPT KORAN QURAN Kashmir Naskh (3) Leaves(3) leaves from an excellently preserved, circa 1840 Koran, scribed in Kashmir about the time of Queen Victoria coming to the throne in England. Eleven lines of naskh script can be seen on each side of each individual leaf. Penned in a strong hand and on highly burnished paper (185x125mm), which has helped to preserve the manuscript in such a FINE overall state. Each leaf is suitable for framing and would make a fascinating and eye catching three panel display!The layout incorporates the typical marginal devices to which the Kashmir scribes are devoted. Stunning gold floral devices embellish the corners of each page. The attractive Chapter Headings are in blue and gold and each page is embellished with real gold leaf and arrays of intricate red and blue coloring and design!All 3 in FINE overall condition.Each leaf measures 7 3/8\" x 5\" and come housed in a protective acid free clear mylar sleeve. Please enjoy the photos for further item details and if you have any questions feel free to ask. This item ships Worldwide. Fast payment ensures prompt shipping. Thank you and be sure to