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A Qur'an leaf in Kufic Script on vellum, North Africa or Near East, 9th/10th century AD
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Ink & Gold on Vellum
text: surah al-inshirah (XCIV), verses 1-8, the whole surah
Arabic manuscript on vellum, 7 lines to the page written in bold kufic script in brown ink, vocalisation marked by red and green dots, verses separated by gold rosettes, fifth verse marked by large floral roundel enclosing the word khamsa, the verso with a final line illumination consisting of a large triangular cluster of gold dots and a leafy terminal
Arabic manuscript on vellum, 7 lines to the page written in bold kufic script in brown ink, vocalisation marked by red and green dots, verses separated by gold rosettes, fifth verse marked by large floral roundel enclosing the word khamsa, the verso with a final line illumination consisting of a large triangular cluster of gold dots and a leafy terminal
Condition
In reasonably good overall condition, some small stains, and minor holes where the ink has burned through the vellum, occasional worm holes, nibbles to leaf edges, wide outer margins, ink strong on the recto, verso rubbed, 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."