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An illustrated and illuminated leaf from a manuscript of Firdausi’s Shahnameh: Bahram at the court of the Indian king Shangol, Persia, Safavid, Shiraz, 16th Century
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- watercolour on paper
Gouache heightened with gold on paper, featuring an enthroned ruler at court, between two boxes containing 4 lines of Persian text in neat nasta'liq script in black ink within 4 columns with double intercolumnar rules, margins ruled in colours and gold, the reverse with 22 lines or fewer of text in 4 columns on gold sprinkled paper, heading on gold within foliate cartouche
Condition
In good overall condition, areas with minor rubbing and stains with associated restoration, including overpainting, minor flaking, reverse with some painting from other side visible, 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."