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A Group of Four Illustrations: The Story of King Suratha from the Devi Mahatmya (3) and Raja Pritam Singh of Kulu (r. 1767-1806) leading a Ritual Procession
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- A Group of Four Illustrations: The Story of King Suratha from the Devi Mahatmya (3) and Raja Pritam Singh of Kulu (r. 1767-1806) leading a Ritual Procession
- Opaque watercolor heightened with gold on paper
- image 8 5/8 by 12 3/4 in. (22 by 32.4 cm.) and slightly smaller
- folio 10 1/2 by 14 1/2 in. (26.7 by 36.1 cm.) and slightly smaller, [4], unframed, not illustrated
Provenance
Acquired from the Royal Library of Mandi in 1969
Condition
The three paintings from the raj Surtaht story are in almost perfect condition with slight abrasions to picment and creasing on their red folio borders. All are inscribed in devanagari on verso.The illustration of Raja Pritam singh has minor abrasions to white pigment and slight creasing and abrasions to its red folio border. Inscribed in Takri above the image on the folio border. All unframed
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.