Bidspirit auction | An Illuminated Quran Manuscript Leaf

An Illuminated Quran Manuscript Leaf with Surat Al-Fatiha, Safavid Empire - The central panel is inscribed in black ink with Surat Al-Fatiha, framed by floral and geometric motifs in rich shades of blue and red and heightened with gilt decoration (gold powder). Ink on paper, laid on card. Minor wear consistent with age. Height: 30.5 cm; width: 18.5 cm Provenance: The Collection of Joseph Wallersteiner (1911-2001). By descent to the present owner. Notes: Given their common provenance, the manuscripts likely once belonged to the library of Sheikh Ali Abu al-Mawahib, former Mufti of Jaffa. Condition: For a condition report, please contact office@alma.auction. All items are sold as is, and buyers are responsible for checking condition before bidding. The absence of condition notes does not imply good condition.