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An important quatrain in nasta'liq script, signed by Hamza-zade Mehmed Es'ad Efendi (d.1767), Turkey, 18th century
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- ink on paper
Persian manuscript on paper, 7 lines to the page, written diagonally in elegant nasta'liq script in black ink, laid down on album page, ruled in gold, blue, black and white, green outer borders
Condition
In overall good condition with few minor stains in the lower section and the outer borders, signs of slight worming and light rubbing marks, 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."
Catalogue Note
Hamza-zade Mehmed Es'ad was born in Istanbul. He studied nasta'liq script under the supervision of the court calligrapher and Sultan Mustafa III's court physician Katibzade Mehmed Refi Efendi (d.1769). He died in Istanbul in 1767. Works by Hamza-zade Mehmed Es'ad are very rare with no recorded works known to exist in any calligraphy collections in Europe.