Arabic Calligraphy Kûfique Kairouani

Arabic Calligraphy Kûfique Kairouani

Year
2013
Face Value
0.25
Mint Value
0.50 €
Used Value
0.25 €
Print Run
500000
Themes
Arts
This stamp highlights Arabic calligraphy in its Kufic form, closely associated with Kairouan, a spiritual and intellectual center of Tunisia. The illustration celebrates writing as an artistic and spiritual expression, where the text becomes form and symbol. The message highlights the central place of calligraphy in Tunisian Islamic heritage, embodying both the transmission of knowledge, the sacredness of writing and the cultural influence of Kairouan throughout history.