This is an authentic Ottoman-era illuminated manuscript leaf, created around the 17th–18th century (circa 1700–1750). The manuscript is written in Arabic Naskh script, with gold leaf illumination and intricate Ottoman floral motifs.
• Origin: Ottoman Empire (likely Turkey)
• Date: 17th–18th century (circa 1700–1750)
• Script: Arabic calligraphy (Naskh style)
• Content: Religious Islamic text beginning with Bismillah (In the name of God, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate), followed by writings on prayer, worship, and Islamic virtues.
• Decoration:
• Hand-painted floral and arabesque motifs
• Rich gold leaf illumination in the upper section
• Red diacritical marks and separators
• Condition: Very good for its age – illumination remains vivid. Professionally framed in a gold wood frame under glass.
• Size (approx.): Manuscript ~15 × 8 cm (6 × 3 in). Frame ~25 × 18 cm (10 × 7 in).
Artistic Value:
A fine example of Ottoman Islamic calligraphy and illumination art, showcasing the skill of both the calligrapher and the illuminator. Such manuscripts were often commissioned by scholars, mosques, or noble patrons.