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Quranic Verse Arabic Calligraphy on Paper - shown to scale
Sadiq Al Dori

Quranic Verse Arabic Calligraphy on Paper

Estimated price$987 – $1,833

Calligraphy

10 × 30 cm | 3.9 × 11.8 in

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About the work

Bold black Arabic script flows across a warm, aged beige paper, rendering the Quranic verse 'وقل رب زدني علما' (And say: My Lord, increase me in knowledge) in classical calligraphic style. The composition is quietly devotional, balancing expressive brushwork with the meditative weight of sacred text.

Sadiq Al Dori (Iraq).

Calligraphy, 30 × 10 cm.

Part of the permanent collection of the Hindiyeh Museum of Arts, Jordan. One of a kind.

Medium
Size
10 × 30 cm | 3.9 × 11.8 in
Rarity
Unique
Certificate of authenticity
Included
Genre
Colours
Brown, Black and White
Location
Amman, Jordan

About the artist

Sadiq Al Dori — Calligraphy, 30 × 10 cm (representative image)
Sadiq Al Dori

Iraq

Sadiq Al Dori (صادق الدوري) was an Iraqi artist recognized for his contributions to modern Iraqi art, particularly during the mid to late 20th century. Born in Iraq in 1946, Al Dori became known for his work in painting, often exploring themes rooted in Iraqi heritage and the broader Arab experience. His style is characterized by a blend of figurative and abstract elements, frequently employing rich color palettes and expressive brushwork that reflect both personal and collective narratives.

Al Dori’s works have been exhibited in several notable institutions, including the Iraqi National Museum of Modern Art in Baghdad, which houses a number of his paintings as part of its permanent collection. His art has also been featured in group exhibitions highlighting the evolution of Iraqi modernism, underscoring his role within the country’s artistic movement. On the secondary market, Sadiq Al Dori’s paintings have appeared at reputable auction houses such as Christie’s, where his works have attracted collectors interested in Middle Eastern modern art. His legacy endures as part of Iraq’s vibrant artistic heritage, and his works continue to be sought after by institutions and collectors alike. Sadiq Al Dori passed away in 2018, leaving behind a significant body of work that reflects the complexities and beauty of Iraqi culture.

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Calligraphy

The art of beautiful writing. In the Arab and Islamic world it is among the most revered art forms, transforming Arabic script — Quranic verse, poetry, a single letter — into image, rhythm, and spiritual expression.
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Calligraphic Abstraction

Also known as Hurufiyya, this movement reimagines Arabic letters as pure abstract form — a defining current of modern Arab art that fuses centuries of calligraphic heritage with contemporary abstraction.
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