The CloistersManuscriptsca. 700–725Folio from a Qur'an is a manuscripts from Probably Syria created in ca. 700–725 using brown and black ink and pigments on parchment measuring Overall: 21 1/8 x 24 7/16 in. (53.7 x 62 cm) — now part of the The Cloisters collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Brown and black ink and pigments on parchment |
| Dimensions | Overall: 21 1/8 x 24 7/16 in. (53.7 x 62 cm) |
| Classification | Manuscripts |
| Department | The Cloisters |
| Credit Line | Bibliothèque Nationale de France, Paris (Arabe 324c), fol. 39 |
| Date | ca. 700–725 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Probably Syria. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Folio from a Qur'an?
Folio from a Qur'an is housed in the The Cloisters department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Folio from a Qur'an created?
Folio from a Qur'an dates to ca. 700–725.
What material is Folio from a Qur'an made from?
Folio from a Qur'an is crafted from brown and black ink and pigments on parchment.
Where does Folio from a Qur'an originate?
Folio from a Qur'an originates from Probably Syria.
Is Folio from a Qur'an in the public domain?
Folio from a Qur'an is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026