TERMINOLOGY

FOR THE CONSERVATION AND DESCRIPTION OF ISLAMIC MANUSCRIPT

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  • The manuscript
    • Types of Manuscripts
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    • Parts and positions
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    • Textblock
    • Structure
    • The Binding
    • Textual Indicators, Decorative Forms and Techniques
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The Manuscript Codex * Binding

COVER
A composite structure that serves to protect either the front or back outer surface of the textblock. It is usually formed of a rigid board and material adhered over the surface of the board. More rarely, the boards are eliminated entirely and the cover is then is a limp binding.
UBL OR. 880

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