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The Emperor Jahangir with his harem, India, Mughal, early 17th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
Drawing with use of colours on paper, early 19th century borders with floral designs in colours and gold on cream paper in the style of the Shah Jaham Albums, original cover paper bearing an inscription in William Fraser's hand "a very old picture of Akbar (sic) in his Harem", inscription on outside of cover paper in black ink in Persian script "nmbr 1" (number 1)
Provenance
In the Collection of William (1784-1835) and James Fraser (1783-1856)
By direct descent to Malcolm R. Fraser Esq
By direct descent to Malcolm R. Fraser Esq
Condition
In general good condition, some light creases and ware, including some discolouration and slight defects at edge of drawing, few minor worm holes, small stain to bottom left corner, as viewed.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
Another painting of Jahangir in his Harem - a well-known scene of him enjoying the Holi festival - is in the Minto Album in the Chester Beatty Library, Dublin (CBL In 07A.4, see Leach 1995, vol.I, p.382; Wright 2008, p.310).