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An Illuminated Ottoman Qur'an, Copied by Muhammad Al-Farid Ibn Ahmad, Turkey, Dated 1219 AH/1804 AD
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Ink & Gold on Paper
Arabic manuscript on paper, 307 leaves plus 3 flyleaves, 15 lines to the page, written in Naskh script in black ink, verses separated by gold florets pointed in red, blue and white, surah headings in white against gold-ground cartouches within foliate panels, opening double-page illuminated frontispiece in colours and gold, text within cloud bands, the gold ground punched with cintimani motifs, red morocco binding with gilt stellar-form motifs
Condition
In good overall condition, some minor paper repairs, pages generally clean and fresh, as viewed.
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"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."