Lot 169
  • 169

deux pages d'album, asie centrale, boukhara, milieu du XVe siècle

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description

  • Dim. de la miniature : 16 x 8,7cm ; dim. de la page : 29,8 x 20,2 cm
gouache, encre et or sur papier, marges ornées de polylobes floraux représentant un homme enturbanné et une femme retenant son manteau

Condition

These two miniatures has been mounted with the margins on album pages The background shows worn areas overall the surface of both The male figure: There is whole on the right side The background shows scratched areas with traces of old inscriptions There are black ink stains below the figure (visible on the illustration) The female figure: There is a damaged area on the top right side (visible on the illustration) There The margins There are brown stains along the borders
"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.
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