Lot 538 AN ILLUMINATED OTTOMAN QURAN, TURKEY 18TH CENTURY

An Arabic manuscript on paper, containing a complete Qur'an, comprising 315 folios. Each page features 15 lines of text, written in black Naskh script, framed by intricate gilt and polychrome borders. The Surah headings are highlighted with gilt panels. The two opening bifolia display striking blue and gilt decoration, with seven lines reserved in cloud-like patterns against a shimmering gold ground. Gold roundels mark the verses, with occasional gilt marginal markers for Hizb and Juz divisions.

The manuscript is housed in a deep brown leather binding, with remnants of gold decorations. Dimensions: 12 x 16 cm. The manuscript is in good condition overall, though three pages require repair.