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A large illuminated Qur'an leaf, Yemen or Persia, Mamluk or Ilkhanid, 13th/14th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Ink and gold on paper
text: surah al-saba (XXXIV), part of verse 46 to verse 54 (last verse) and surah al-fatir (al-mala'ika) (XXXV), verse 1 to end of verse 10
Arabic manuscript on paper, 12 and 13 lines to the page, written in naskh script in black ink, the first and last in larger thuluth script outlined in gold, illuminated surah heading in white Kufic script against a gold ground decorated with flowers and latticework panels, with tear-drop motif extending into the margin, verses separated by segmented gold florets pointed in blue and red, 3 illuminated marginal devices, two marking tenth verses with the word 'ashr' at the centre
Arabic manuscript on paper, 12 and 13 lines to the page, written in naskh script in black ink, the first and last in larger thuluth script outlined in gold, illuminated surah heading in white Kufic script against a gold ground decorated with flowers and latticework panels, with tear-drop motif extending into the margin, verses separated by segmented gold florets pointed in blue and red, 3 illuminated marginal devices, two marking tenth verses with the word 'ashr' at the centre
Condition
In reasonably good overall condition, some repair and re-inking to lower and upper bold lines, leaf trimmed, discolouration to upper left hand leaf edge, 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."