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An illuminated manuscript folio from a Koran originating in the state of Bihar, India, circa 1425, complete with Chapter heading. This folio contains the first verses of scripture from the Meccan Chapter 12, Yusuf (Joseph), rightfully called 'the best of stories' because of its uplifting nature coming shortly after the death of the Prophet's wife Khadijah and his Uncle Abu Talib. In addition to the header and the associated decorative marginal, decorative verse markings ('aya') in gold mark the verses.  The whole is framed simply in red and blue lines. 

This prosperous state, lying south of Nepal close bordering the Ganges river, became Muslim in the 12th century originally under the Bengal Governors.  The Muslim calligraphers developed a distinctive style of script called Bihari (after the State), characterised by wide, heavy and extended horizontal lines, and thin verticals. This folio is in good condition with little in the way of damp staining or smudging. 

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