Lot 60
  • 60

A seated Indian priest with English furniture, Rajasthan, late 19th century

Estimate
200 - 300 GBP
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Description

  • Watercolour and ink on paper
watercolour on paper, inscribed in devanagari script 'Sri Barat Nathji [priest] su parata ke'

Condition

In good overall condition, 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."

Catalogue Note

This drawing of a priest seated with an English style chair and tables is strongly influenced by European carte-de-visite photography, which became popular with Indian commercial photographers in the late-nineteenth century.