Mehmed Izzet Effendi – Arabic Calligraphy Notebook (Translated into Arabic)

Master Arabic Calligraphy with Izzet Effendi's Foundational Notebook

Immerse yourself in the timeless art of Arabic calligraphy with this essential reference by Mehmed Izzet Effendi — one of the most celebrated Ottoman master calligraphers. Now fully translated into Arabic, this 144-page notebook bridges centuries of calligraphic tradition with today's learners and collectors.

What's Inside

• Letter Scales (Salasil al-Huroof): Precise proportional rules for forming each Arabic letter, rooted in classical Ottoman calligraphic theory.
• Individual Letter Structures: Detailed breakdowns of letter anatomy to help you understand correct form and flow.
• Practice Models (Amshaq): Authentic calligraphic specimens designed for imitation and repetition — the traditional path to mastery.

Who This Book Is For

• Beginners seeking a structured, authoritative foundation in Arabic calligraphy
• Intermediate and advanced practitioners refining letter shapes and composition
• Collectors and scholars of Islamic art and Ottoman manuscript traditions

Book Details

• Author: Mehmed Izzet Effendi (Izzet Bey)
• Language: Arabic (translated from Ottoman Turkish)
• Pages: 144
• Weight: 550g

Whether you are tracing your first letters or refining decades of practice, Izzet Effendi's notebook is a cornerstone reference that belongs in every serious calligrapher's library.