A Nishapur polychrome calligraphic bowl, PERSIA, 10TH CENTURY

of truncated conical form with short foot, decorated with a central zoomorphic motif below a thin auburn band surmounted by a bold and ornate band of kufic script, the lip decorated with a chain band

breaks with associated repair to cavetto at 11o'clock, 1 o'clock and 7 o'clock, minor areas of rubbing to splip decoration, minor rim chips, 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."

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al-jud min akhlaq ahl al-janna

'Generosity is a disposition of the dwellers of Paradise"