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An illustrated and illuminated leaf from a manuscript of Khamsa's Nizami: Dara listening to Iskander's letter, Persia, Safavid, Shiraz, 16th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- gouache heightened with gold,4 columns of text in neat black nasta'liq script
- 23.3 x 19.3cm.
gouache heightened with gold, depicting the enthroned Iskander in a lavish palatial interior surrounded by attendants, 4 columns of text in neat black nasta'liq script above and below, with illuminated heading, ruled in colours and gold, reverse with 20 lines of text
Condition
In good overall condition, paper repair to lower edge, small smudge to middle right hand section of painting, minor creases, colours and gold bright, 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."