A Qur’an Page, Iran, Safavid Dynasty, 13th century

A Qur’an Page, Iran, Safavid Dynasty, 13th century. Hand-written calligraphy on paper, with decoration in gold leaf, and ultramarine. It shows the end of Surah 29, Surat al-rum. This refers to the recent defeat of the Romans / Byzantines by the Syrians predicting it will soon be overturned. Allah’s mercy and truth surrounds us all. Believe and get ready for the Day of Judgement. © Leeds Museums and Galleries