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A leaf with two Ragamala illustrations: Khambavati Ragini and Kakuba Ragini, India, Deccan, Hyderabad, circa 1760
Estimate
10,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- gouache on paper
Gouache heightened with gold on paper, a double-sided leaf, each page with text above the miniature in red and black nast’aliq script on cream paper, red borders, recto numbered in lower border in Persian '18'
Condition
Kakuba Ragini:
In good condition, minor flakes of paint to the borders, notably on left and right-hand edges near the centre and lower halfs, possibly due to re-margining, very light retouching to paint on white architectural backdrop and tiny loss to paint on white marble ceiling structure, slight smudging to text, colours and gold paint overall bright, as viewed.
Khambavati Ragini:
In good condition, minor areas with flaking of paint, notably near lower edge, within garden and lower right-hand edge, also on dresses of two dancers (wearing a deep purple and a pink dress), small flake on moon, colours overall bright and strong, 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."