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A Qur'an leaf in Kufic Script on Vellum, North Africa or Spain, 10th century AD
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Ink & Gold on Vellum
text: surah al-sha'ra' (XXVI), verse 69 to 86
Arabic manuscript on paper, 6 lines to the page, written in Kufic script in brown ink, fifth verses marked with a stylised letter 'ha' in gold, tenth verses marked with a large gold roundel pointed with blue and red dots
Arabic manuscript on paper, 6 lines to the page, written in Kufic script in brown ink, fifth verses marked with a stylised letter 'ha' in gold, tenth verses marked with a large gold roundel pointed with blue and red dots
Condition
In reasonably good overall condition, some losses to leaf edges, some stains, recto with fading to ink, 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."