Medical prescription by Ibn El Afeif, Fostat, Mamluk Period (9th century AH / 15th century AD), 16 x 10 cm.

Books, documents, and manuscripts (Islamic era)

Material: Paper/Writing medium | Type: Documents/Manuscripts/Books | Countries: Egypt

  • Period

    Islamic era (AD 640 – 1805)

  • Red List

    Emergency Red List – Egypt

Category

Books, documents, and manuscripts (Islamic era)
Papyrus, parchment or paper (usually made from linen) manuscripts written in ink. Books or leafs bound in leather, with calligraphy and illuminations.
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