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A Brass Qibla-Compass signed by Farajullah Isfahani, Persia, dated muharram 1363 / December 1943 - January 1944; and a steel Bazuband, Persia, 19th century
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
of circular form with hinged lid and suspension loop, incised with inscriptions and zodiacal signs, the interior with needle and vacant recess for compass; the bazuband engraved with Shia inscriptions
Condition
Weathering and patination, compass missing, bazuband with rubbed and patinated surface, 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
"Made for Shihab al-Din al-Husayni al-Najafi al-Mar'ashi by Farajullah Isfahani in muharram 1363 (December 1943 - January 1944)"
Two other instruments by Farajullah are known: a qibla dial in a private collection dated A.H. 1354/A.D. 1935-36, and a compass sold in these rooms, 1 April 2009, lot 105, dated A.H. 1340/A.D. 1921-22.