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James Baillie Fraser (1783-1856), A View of Rasht, 1822
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Watercolour on paper
Watercolour on paper, inscription in ink on reverse in James Baillie Fraser's hand "A View in Resht the capital of Gheelan on the Caspian Sea"
Provenance
James Baillie Fraser (1783-1856)
By direct descent to Malcolm R. Fraser Esq
By direct descent to Malcolm R. Fraser Esq
Condition
In good overall condition, light stains to top left leaf edge, as viewed.
"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
Rasht, which sits on the south edge of the Caspian sea in Iran's northwestern corner, was a centre of textile production for centuries, and when James Baillie Fraser passed through in 1822, it was at its peak of production. For a pair of typical embroidered textiles made at Rasht, see a sale in these rooms, 8 October 2008, lot 168.