£600 - £800
An illuminated Ruzname (almanac or calendar) scroll, copied by Sulayman known as Hikmati, originating from Ottoman Turkey and dating to the late 18th/early 19th Century. This hand-illustrated manuscript is executed on aged paper, featuring extensive Arabic calligraphy in black, red, and blue inks. The scroll incorporates numerous numerical tables and complex diagrams, including a celestial sphere with astrological or astronomical markings, a sequence depicting moon phases, and various radial charts. A notable section is clearly labeled '????? ?????' (Asma' al-Mudun - Names of Cities) with associated '?????' (Al-T?l - Longitude) and '?????' (Al-?Ar? - Latitude) values, indicating geographical or cartographic content. Decorative motifs, including arabesque patterns and stylized calligraphic elements, are present throughout the composition.
Approximately 178 x 13.5cm
The scroll is in good condition for its age. It exhibits typical signs of wear consistent with an antique manuscript, including creasing and an aged patina. No significant damage or major repairs are apparent.
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