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Two leaves from a Sharafnameh of Nizami: Iskander Replaces his Father on the Throne and Sultan Sanjar and the Old Woman, attributed to Mu'in Musavvir, Persia, Safavid, circa 1660
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- paper, ink, gouache and gold
gouache heightened with gold on paper, 12 to 13 lines to the page, written in black nasta'liq script within 4 columns, both leaves with a heading in a gold panel, each with 25 lines of text to reverse
Condition
In generally good overall condition, a few losses to leaf edges, small smudges and stains, 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."