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135 - An Arabic Christian Manuscript of the Hexaemeron (Six Days of Creation), 1834

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An Arabic Christian Manuscript of the Hexaemeron (Six Days of Creation), 1834 Written on paper in Naskh script in black and red ink, the text treating the six days of Creation. Dated 1834. Consistent with age. Height of binding: 22 cm; width: 16 cm Provenance: The Collection of Joseph Wallersteiner (1911-2001). By descent to the present owner. Notes: Given their common provenance, the manuscripts likely once belonged to the library of Sheikh Ali Abu al-Mawahib, former Mufti of Jaffa. Condition: For a condition report, please contact office@alma.auction. All items are sold as is, and buyers are responsible for checking condition before bidding. The absence of condition notes does not imply good condition.