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Illustrated leaf from a manuscript of Firdausi's Shahnama: Salim delivers the head of Iraj to Fereydoun, PERSIA, mid-16TH CENTURY
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
gouache with gold on paper, text above and below the miniature in four columns of nasta'liq script in black ink; verso with twelve lines of text written horizontally with small panels of illumination within the text area
Condition
Overall good condition, border illumination contemporary though in different hand, fine illumination, as viewed.
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"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
Fereydoun was one of the early legendary kings of Persia and was said to have ruled for five hundred years. In old age, Fereydoun divided his empire between his three sons, Salim, Tur and Iraj. To Iraj he gave the prime dominions of his empire, including the land of Persia itself and the royal throne. Tur and Salim were consumed by jealousy and waged war on their brother, eventually beheading him and sending his severed head to a grief-stricken Fereydoun. The crowned equestrian figure in this scene is Salim, followed by a standard-bearer carrying the impaled head of Iraj. Fereydoun later sent his successor Manuchehr to avenge Iraj's death.
A manuscript depicting Salim's death was sold through these rooms, 11th October 2006 lot 40; Salim is identifiable by his red cloak, distinct crown and black steed.
A manuscript depicting Salim's death was sold through these rooms, 11th October 2006 lot 40; Salim is identifiable by his red cloak, distinct crown and black steed.