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A Shi'a prayer book, including selected surahs from the Qur'an, Persia, Qajar, dated A.H. 1214/ A.D. 1799, with lacquer binding and embroidered cover
Estimate
4,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
Arabic manuscript on paper, 229 leaves, 14 lines to the page written in small naskhi script in black ink on delicate cream paper within cloud bands on gold interlinear ground throughout, text boxes ruled in gold, illuminated opening double page with floral headpiece and borders, lacquer binding painted with flowers, in an embroidered silk case with foliate designs
Condition
In good overall condition, very small losses to the lacquer spine and edges, as viewed. small tear to embroidered case flap, as viewed.
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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
On the cloth cover: Qur'an, surah al-Talaq (LXV), parts of 3 and invocations to God and Imam Reza.
This manuscript comprises selected surahs from the Qur'an (Yasin, al-Fath, Nuh, al-Waqi'ah, al-Malik, al-Jum'ah and al-Dahr), followed by numerous prayers including Khwajah Nasir al-Din Tusi's prayers for the 12 Imams, the prayers for each day of the week, Samat, Jawshan al-Saghir, Hizb al-Bahr, Sabah, Mashlul, Mi'raj and Kumayl.