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The Forty Sayings of The Prophet, signed by Shah Mahmud, Persia, Timurid, dated 886 AH/1481 AD
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- Persian manuscript on paper, later brown lacquer binding
Persian manuscript on paper, 9 leaves plus 2 flyleaves, 7 lines to the page, 4 written diagonally in small neat black nasta'liq script, 3 in larger script in alternating blue and white, outer margins flecked with gold, opening illuminated double page with text in cloud bands against a gold ground, colophon with 2 painted birds, later brown lacquer binding with stamped vegetal cartouches
Provenance
A seal impression dated 1089 AH/1678 AD indicates the manuscript was the property of a certain Muhammad Yar. It later entered the library of, possibly, Prince Husayn (later Shah Sultan Husayn). It was registered in a Royal Library in 1135 AH/1722-3 AD and a later inscription notes that it was given to the Afsharid Prince Shahrukh in Herat.
Condition
In generally good overall condition, binding with various losses to extremities, manuscript thumbed with minor stains and creases, minor paper repairs, as viewed.
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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."
"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."