Calligraphic composition - 'Allah'

Title
Calligraphic composition - 'Allah'
Creator
Mehmet Ozcay
Year/Period
1422 AH (Dated 2001)
Region
Istanbul
Material
Ink on paper
Dimension
Image size: L24.1 x B23.9 cm
Accession No.
2001-01618
Collection of
Asian Civilisations Museum
Credit Line
Donated and written by Mehmet Ozcay, Turkey

This Islamic calligraphic composition contains the word ‘Allah’ meaning 'God' written in jali (monumental) thulth script, which is a cursive script with deep downward seeping strokes. The composition is written by Mehmet Ozcay, one of Turkey's most prominent calligraphers today. Calligraphy is a very important art form in the Islamic world. In Turkey, it is one of the most esteemed medium of artistic expression.

 

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