Lot 46
  • 46

A Silver and Gilt Thread Embroidered Calligraphic Panel, Late 19th-20th Century

Estimate
20,000 - 25,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

the rectangular section with an emerald-green ground stitched with a band of calligraphy on a gold ground centred around four knotted cartouches, the corner pieces formed of palmette arabesques

Condition

Good condition, 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.
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Catalogue Note

inscriptions
Invocations to God as:

ya mannan / ya hannan/ ya dayyan / ya subhan/

'O The Ever-bestowing One!  O The Ever-yearning One!  O The Ever-requiting One! O The Praised One!'