A micrographic calligraphic panel, signed by Ahmet Re'fet Efendi, Turkey, dated 1324 AH/1906 AD

ink heightened with gold on paper, laid down on an album page, ruled in gold

In good overall condition, some nicks to leaf edges, minor bubbling, calligraphy bold and gold bright, as viewed.
"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.
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Ahmed Re’fet Efendi (b.1873) was the son of the Military Academy instructor Cemil Bey, and studied at Mensei Kuttabi Military school, after which he began a career in the military. He taught calligraphy in both state and private schools, and himself took lessons from Filibeli bakkal Haci Arif Efendi in thuluth, naskh and rayhan scripts. He also acquired skill in jail thuluth script from Sami Efendi. An illuminated muraqqa’ and an hilye approved by four calligraphers for his ijazehis now in the Topkapi Palace Museum. He died in 1949 and is buried in the Merkez Efendi cemetery next to his father.