Mamluk Qur'an bifolio (2), circa 1300-1500 ce
Scope and Contents
This collection contains folios (predominantly Qur'anic) from various Middle-Eastern and Asian dynasties spanning a 1000 year period from 900 to 1900 ce. These folios were purchased from private sellers for use in research and teaching at Macalester College.
Dates
- circa 1300-1500 ce
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions on access. This collection is open to the public.
Historical Note
Most likely of Egyptian origin from around the 14th to 15th centuries. References to the cosmos, influence of math and science, geometric figures were typical decorations for the time. Use of ornaments as full stops with the number of the verse in the center of the small floral designs. The mark functions as a library stamp, showing public use.
Extent
From the Collection: 1 Linear Feet (1 flat box with artifacts contained in numbered poly sleeves referenced as "folders" in finding aid.)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: Arabic
From the Collection: Arabic
Dimensions
33.6 x 25 cm
Repository Details
Part of the Macalester College Archives Repository
1600 Grand Ave.
Macalester College Archives
DeWitt Wallace Library
Saint Paul Minnesota 55105 United States of America
651-696-6901
archives@macalester.edu