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A Qur'an Bifolium in Kufic script, North Africa or Near East, 9th century AD
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- ink and gold on vellum
surah al-rum (XXX), part of verse 21 to part of verse 31 and surah luqman (XXXI), part of verse 22 to part of verse 32
Arabic manuscript on vellum, 2 leaves, each 14 lines to the page, written in elongated Kufic script ink black ink, vocalisation in the form of red dots, verses separated by clusters of 3 gold dots, one leaf with larger gold medallion
Arabic manuscript on vellum, 2 leaves, each 14 lines to the page, written in elongated Kufic script ink black ink, vocalisation in the form of red dots, verses separated by clusters of 3 gold dots, one leaf with larger gold medallion
Condition
In generally good overall condition, minor paper repairs to inner edges, some mild waterstaining, ink faded on hair sides, otherwise ink bold and gold bright, as viewed.
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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
Two leaves from the same Qur'an were sold in these rooms, 6 October 2010, lots 1 and 2, whilst an eight-page section was sold 6 April 2011, lot 167. A further leaf is included in this sale as lot 6.