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Abdul Ghaffar.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Photograph of prayers around the Ka'bah at Makkah. [1880s]
- paper
Albumen print (188 x 240mm.), titled and signed in the negative in Arabic 'Abdul Ghaffar', additionally titled in the negative in French '276. La Mecque', mounted on card; [together with]: Leeuwen, F.C. [and others]. Dutch Envoys in Arabia 1880-1950. Photographic impressions. Amsterdam: Royal Tropical Institute, 1999, first edition, oblong folio, photographic illustrations, original orange cloth, slipcase, slipcase worn
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate.
"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
Abdul Ghaffar was an Indian medical doctor in Makkah and one of the earliest photographers in the city. He was taught photography by the Dutch scholar Christian Snouck Hurgronje who travelled to Makkah and converted to Islam, changing his name confusingly to Abdul Ghaffar, possibly as tribute to or to assume the credit for Ghaffar's photographs.