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A circular brass qibla-compass, signed Ustad ('the master') Farajj Allah Isfahani, Persia, dated A.H. 1340/A.D. 1921-22
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
of small circular form, with hinged lid and suspension loop, with incised scrolls around the sides, a small inset compass fitted with traditional Persian bird-shaped needle inside
Condition
In very good overall 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.
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
Signed as: 'The work of Ustad (Master) Farajullah Isfahani 1240 (A.D. 1824-5)'.
The use of simple qibla indicators of this kind was noted by Edward William Lane during his stay in Egypt: "...The magnetic needle is seldom employed, except to discover the direction of Mekkeh; for which purpose convenient little compasses (called 'kibleeyehs')...are constructed" (See E.W. Lane, An account of the Manners and Customs of the Modern Egyptians, 1836).
One other instrument by Farajj is known, a qibla dial, in a private collection dated A.H. 1354/A.D. 1935-36).
Signed as: 'The work of Ustad (Master) Farajullah Isfahani 1240 (A.D. 1824-5)'.
The use of simple qibla indicators of this kind was noted by Edward William Lane during his stay in Egypt: "...The magnetic needle is seldom employed, except to discover the direction of Mekkeh; for which purpose convenient little compasses (called 'kibleeyehs')...are constructed" (See E.W. Lane, An account of the Manners and Customs of the Modern Egyptians, 1836).
One other instrument by Farajj is known, a qibla dial, in a private collection dated A.H. 1354/A.D. 1935-36).