This volume illustrates the Ghassan I. Shaker Collection of Islamic manuscripts. Devoted primarily to Qu'rans, the Shaker Collection is notable for the quality of the calligraphy, the superb illumination in gold, and the excellence in binding. This beautifully illustrated volume will appeal to the general reader as well as to a broad range of specialists.
This volume illustrates the Ghassan I. Shaker Collection of Islamic manuscripts. Devoted primarily to Qu'rans, the Shaker Collection is notable for the quality of the calligraphy, the superb illumination in gold, and the excellence in binding. This beautifully illustrated volume will appeal to the general reader as well as to a broad range of specialists.
Foreword; introductory essay; catalogue; concordances; bibliography