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A portrait of the Mughal emperor Muhammad Akbar Badshah II (r.1806-28 AD), India, 19th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- gouache on paper
opaque pigments heightened with gold on paper, floral gold scrolls on borders, nasta’liq cartouche identifying the subject, with French Customs stamp on reverse
Condition
In good condition, minor stains, 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
This portrait was part of an album depicting Mughal rulers, each of them identified in the cartouches above the portraits. The style points towards North India, early nineteenth century. The album was probably split up in France at an early date, as each folio bears the French Custom stamp on reverse.
Pages from the same album have been sold at Christie’s, London, 10 June 2015, lot 44 and 47 and 21 April 2016, lot 27.
Pages from the same album have been sold at Christie’s, London, 10 June 2015, lot 44 and 47 and 21 April 2016, lot 27.