الحبر، المداد

Ingredients

الحبر, المداد

Preparation Steps

Original Recipe Text

The text describes the process of preparing ink (tahyi' al-hibr) as detailed in the 3rd-century Hijri treatise 'Al-Risala al-'Adhra'. It specifically mentions the existence of formulas for the ratio of constituent elements (nisbat al-'anasir al-mukawwina) used in the ink's composition (p. 84). It also covers the preparation and maintenance of the inkwell (imarat al-dawa), which is essential for preserving the ink's properties during use (p. 78, 84).

Evidence

"ويقدم لنا صورة عن كيفية تهييء الحبر، ونسبة العناصر المكونة له، وكيفية عمارة الدواة"

Remarks

The study analyzes the technical expertise of Ibn al-Mudabbir (Abu al-Yusr Ibrahim b. Muhammad al-Shaybani) in the field of writing instruments. It highlights his knowledge in 'making midad' (sun' al-midad) and distinguishing between different ink types and their application (p. 78). The work acts as a significant primary source for understanding Abbasid and Aghlabid writing materials during the 9th century AD (p. 85).