- 177
A Group of Four Fatimid silk and linen tiraz textile fragments, Egypt, 10th/11th Century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Textile
consisting of five tiraz textile fragments mounted and framed, as four fragments are enriched with a single band of decorative inscription, the other three are colourful, each featuring roundels depicting stylised animals in a geometric design
Condition
All four fragments in fair condition with slight discoloration and minor gaps within two fragments.
"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
In blue, possibly, repetition of the word yumn 'Good-fortune' in negative.
Polychrome in Kufic, repetition of: al-mulk li'llah 'Sovereignty is God's'
Polychrome in cursive: Qur'an, chapter LXI (al-Saff) part of verse 13.
In blue, repetition of one word, undeciphered.
For a discussion on tenth-century tiraz textiles, please see lot 174.