Islamic calligraphy, a revered form of artistic expression, has played an important role in the cultural and religious life of Muslim communities since the emergence of Islam in the 7th century.
The need to document the Qur’an, the holy book of Islam, in a manner befitting its sacred status was the primary impetus behind the development of this art form, with early calligraphers endeavouring to create a script that was both legible and aesthetically pleasing, resulting in the development of various scripts and styles.