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A large Anglo-Indian carved teak model of a minaret, probably from the Rani Sipri Mosque, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, mid-19th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- teak
- 187cm. high; 6ft. 2in.
intricately carved, drilled
Condition
Formerly adapted as a light and therefore drilled for electricity which will require re-wiring by a professional electrician if to be used as a lamp. The model has lost the finial of the minaret, presumably when adapted as a lamp. With minor chips and loses to the carved detail. The model is dusty and would benefit from a clean and wax according to taste.
"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
See lot 109 for a photograph of the Rani Sipri Mosque, Ahmedabad, Gujarat. A related architectural model of the Qutub Minar in Delhi is in the collection of the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford (EA2010.36).