Calligraphic composition - 'Allah'

Title
Calligraphic composition - 'Allah'
Creator
Year/Period
1422 AH (Dated 2001)
Region
Istanbul
Material
Dimension
Image size: L24.1 x B23.9 cm
Accession No.
2001-01618
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.