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Two Watercolour portraits of Fath 'Ali Shah & Muhammad Shah, Persia, Qajar, circa 1840
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
Watercolour on paper, heightened with gold, each laid down on an album page, the first depicting Fath 'Ali Shah standing in green slippers and a pink bejewelled robe, the other showing the less frequently depicted Muhammad Shah with blue sash of the order and sword sitting on a sequin-set carpet against a bolster with ink inscription beneath, both ruled in colours and gold
Condition
In good overall condition, the Fath 'Ali Shah painting with some small spots of staining and slight flaking to his robe hem, the figure of Muhammad Shah with flaking to his frock coat, as viewed.
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"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."