[Unknown] - Ottoman Quran - 1820

Handwritten illuminated Quran (Mushaf) – Ottoman tradition – 19th century – complete

Description
Offered is an authentic, fully handwritten Quran (mushaf) from the 19th century, crafted according to the Ottoman calligraphic tradition.
The manuscript is written in a neat Naskh script in black ink, with red diacritical marks and recitation indications (tajwīd/waqf). The whole is preceded by a richly illuminated opening composition (al‑Fātiḥa) and concluded with the short final surahs in decorative format.
It concerns a complete copy of all 114 surahs, from al‑Fātiḥa to an‑Nās.

Dating and origin
Dating: ca. 1820–1880 (19th century)
Origin: presumably Ottoman world (Anatolia / Balkan / Levant)
Language: Classical Arabic
Script: Naskh
There is no colophon (maker’s mark) present, which is common for Qur’ans intended for daily use and education.

Material and execution
Handwritten on paper
Black main text with red reading and pronunciation markings
Round verse markers
Illuminated sura titles and opening page
Original binding (in used condition)

Condition
Text: complete and legible
Paper: signs of aging, discoloration and wear
Binding: damaged/loose, but still present
Illumination: partly intact, with wear appropriate to age
The condition is consistent with long-standing historical use. No modern restorations or interventions have been made.

Notable features
Fully handwritten mushaf
Richly illuminated opening
Historical signs of use
Suitable for collectors of Islamic manuscripts, religious art and book history