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**Originally Listed At $250**

South Asia, India, Indo-Persian culture, Mughal Empire, ca. 18th to 19th century CE. Two illuminated manuscript folios from a Qur'an, purportedly scribed in Kashmir in 1727 as a royal commission for a nawab - a ruler or governor - showcasing outstanding craftsmanship. Executed in elegant naskh script, the pages contain verses from Surah Al-Mutaffifin (The Defrauders), with red punctuation and gold discs marking the verse endings, superb marginal ornaments, and bold polychrome panels enriched with intricate geometric and floral motifs. The calligraphy is exceptionally clear and precise, reflecting the high artistry of Kashmiri manuscript production during the Mughal period. Housed in a simple cardstock mat and protected by a plastic sleeve, the folios can be easily mounted in a frame if desired. A printed label on the verso claims the work was created for Newab Amiu Khau in 1727, though this attribution cannot be substantiated. Size of page: 11" L x 8" W (27.9 cm x 20.3 cm); matting: 14.25" L x 11" W (36.2 cm x 27.9 cm)

Provenance: ex-T.F. Holy Lands collection, formed since the 1960s

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  • Condition: Not examined outside of plastic sleeve. Foxing and discoloration as expected with age. Tiny perforations in several areas. Overall well preserved and lovely.

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