صناعة المخطوطات في نجد

Evidence

"وقد وصف خطه بالحسن النير"

Remarks

The text discusses the calligraphic quality of manuscripts produced in the Najd region, focusing on the work of scholars and judges. Ali bin Muhammad bin Basam (d. 1090 AH / 17th Century) is specifically noted for having handwriting described as 'beautiful and bright' (al-hasan al-nayyir) (p. 273). The term 'shining' or 'bright' (nayyir) refers to the visual appearance of the ink, suggesting high quality or a specific density. Other scribes like Ibrahim bin Isa (d. 1281 AH / 19th Century) are described as having script that was 'average in beauty but superior in accuracy/precision' (p. 274). The text highlights the consistency of ink quality across various copyists including Ahmad bin Ibrahim bin Isa (d. 1329 AH), who is praised for the 'beauty, quality, and clarity' of his line (p. 280).