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An album of Kufic Qur'an leaves and floral studies, Near East or North Africa, 10th century, and Turkey, Ottoman, 18th century
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- manuscript on vellum, leather binding
Arabic manuscript on vellum, album composed of 4 rectangular Kufic leaves, with 4 illuminated floral studies on paper, two with Arabic prayers and Qur'anic verses in black naskh, leather binding with ebru boards with gilt ropework border
Condition
In fair overall condition, small loss to spine, leaves loose within binding, 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
The floral studies present in this unusual Ottoman album of early Kufic leaves can be compared to others which feature in two works in the Nurosmaniye Library and Istanbul University Library (4077 and IÜK T9366 respectively; see N. Atasoy, A Garden for the Sultan, Istanbul, 2002, pp.160-168, nos.230-259).