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The wasaya (recommendations) of Imam ‘Ali to his son Hasan, ascribed to 'Ala al-Din Tabrizi, Persia, Safavid, probably dated 1011 AH/1602 AD
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- ink, paper, leather binding
Arabic manuscript on paper, 67 leaves plus 10 flyleaves, 5 lines to the page written in naskh script in gold, f.4b onwards with interlinear Persian translation in blue nasta'liq script, opening double page with 2 oval medallions with text in white against a gold ground, following page with illuminated headpiece in colours and gold, text within cloud bands until f.4a, remargined and rebound in European-style leather binding with gilt trellis design
Condition
In reasonably good overall condition, opening leaves with marginal repair, some wormholes with associated repair, 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."