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An illuminated calligrapher's diploma (ijazeh), Turkey, Ottoman, dated 1272 AH/1855 AD
Estimate
7,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Arabic manuscript on paper
Arabic manuscript on paper, 3 lines to the page, written in thuluth and naskh scripts in black ink within cloud bands, set against a gold ground with pin-pricked cintamani motifs and polychrome rococo decoration, outer margins of scrolling ribbons and flowers, laid down on stout paper
Condition
In good overall condition, ink bold and gold bright, slight stain to upper cloud band, 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.
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."
Catalogue Note
The present ijazeh was given to Said Muhammad Ashraf Bey Efendi, son of Said Hajj Muhammad Hasib Pasha, and signed by his tutor Said 'Abdullah al-Zuhdi, as well as Said Muhammad Shafiq, in 1272 AH/1855 AD.