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A Deccani engraved brass bowl, South India, 16th-17th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
of deep rounded form with everted sides and short splayed foot, the interior chiselled and chased with seven calligraphic roundels on a hatched ground flanked by stylised leaves, the inner rim with inscription, the exterior with bands of arcaded lozenges and four pendant palmettes
Condition
pitting, patination and surface abrasion consistent with age, 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
inscriptions
In the band: Qur'an, surah al-Kafirun (CIX), 1-5.
In the roundels:
Qur'an, surah al-Kafirun (CIX), 6; the Basmalah, Qur'an, surah al-Saff (LXI), parts of 13
Compare related examples in the David Collection, Copenhagen (von Folsach 2001, no.550, p.337) and the Victoria and Albert Museum (Melikian-Chirvani 1982, no.164, pp.348-350).