A Fine Ottoman Hilya, signed Haj' Ahmad, in Arabic, illuminated manuscript on paper [Ottoman Turkey, dated 1353 AH (1934 AD)]

A Fine Ottoman Hilya, signed Haj' Ahmad, in Arabic, illuminated manuscript on paper [Ottoman Turkey, dated 1353 AH (1934 AD)]

single leaf, text panel at the top with the blessing in a single line of gilt muhaqqaq outlined in black, then a circular text-block with 9 lines gilt naskh outlined in black, 4 circular devices extending outwards from this with the names of the Caliphs, then another single line of muhaqqaq in another text block below with the colophon at the bottom of the page, containing another 5 lines gilt naskh outlined in black, gilt roundels marking the verses throughout, each decorated in various intricate designs, floral decorations and gilt borders in fine and very detailed designs, all heightened in gilt, framed within multiple borders of spiralling vines in red and turquoise, mounted on thick card, 690 mm. by 495 mm.

An exceptionally fine example of the Ottoman Hilya following the layout popularised by Hafiz Osman. Each of the circular devices marking the verses here are individually designed and the text is executed in gold by a very fine hand and skilfully outlined in black.

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