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Framed Arabic Calligraphy Leaf – Qur’anic Manuscript Fragment, Handwritten in Black and Red Ink - An elegant handwritten Arabic calligraphy leaf, likely a Qur’anic manuscript fragment, written in naskh or muhaqqaq script on paper. The text is executed in black ink with red diacritical marks and gold verse separators, showcasing the refined balance and precision typical of Islamic manuscript calligraphy. The leaf is mounted on a light textile background and set within an old gilt frame (without glass). The craftsmanship and decorative gold markings suggest Ottoman or 19th-century origin. 📏 Dimensions:  • Frame: 27.5 × 22.5 cm  • Leaf: approx. 15 × 8 cm 🖋 Medium: Ink on paper, with red and gold highlights, mounted and framed 📜 Notes:  • Excellent example of traditional Qur’anic calligraphy  • Possibly from a larger manuscript volume  • The old frame shows minor age-related wear A beautiful and spiritually significant work of Arabic manuscript art — suitable for collectors of Islamic calligraphy, sacred manuscripts, or Oriental decorative arts.