Binding from Qur'an

19th century

11 cm 11 cm

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This binding is contemporary to Walters manuscript W.853.2. The inside of this lower board is decorated with a star-shaped geometric design. The loose leaves of this Qur'an are sandwiched between this board and the upper board. It is common for Qur'ans from Muslim sub-Saharan...

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Present in England, before 1974 [1]. Henry Brownrigg, London, 1980s [2]; purchased by Sam Fogg Rare Books and Manuscripts, London, 1980s [3]; purchased by Walters Art Museum, 2000.[1] According to Sam Fogg[2] Dealer who sold at Portobello Road Market in London[3] Sam Fogg, ""Islamic Manuscripts"", 2000, no. 22, pp. 56-57
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