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An illustrated and illuminated leaf from a manuscript of Firdausi's Shahnameh: Gudarz chases Piran up the Mountain, Persia, probably Khurusan, 16th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Gouache and Ink on Paper
Gouache heightened with gold, 7 lines to the page, wrtitten in nasta'liq script in black ink within 4 columns outlined in gold, margins ruled in colours and gold, reverse with 23 lines of text, including a heading in larger red script
Condition
In reasonably good overall condition, a few marginal stains, light creasing, some minor paper repairs, colours bright, as viewed.
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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."
"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."