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Surah al-Fath (XLVIII), copied by Muhammad Reza al-Tabrizi, Persia, Safavid, dated 984 AH/1576-77 AD
Estimate
7,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- ink on paper with leather binding
Persian manuscript on paper, 7 leaves, 7 lines to the page, written in nasta'liq script in black ink, catchwords, text on f.1b and f.3a written within cloud bands against a gold ground filled with floral vines, the other pages on pale blue sprinkled with gold, outer margins flecked with gold throughout, opening illuminated headpiece composed of interlacing split-palmettes, reddish-brown morocco binding with central gilt-stamped lobed cartouche filled with scrolling flowers, with gilt borders
Condition
In generally good overall condition, some wear to binding with associated repair, water stains to outer margins and minor smudges, illumination bright and ink bold, 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."
Catalogue Note
The scribe Muhammad Reza is reported as a contemporary of Mir ‘Imad al-Hasani and is said to have moved to Istanbul and became famous there, returning to Tabriz only towards the end of his life. His recorded work is dated between 978 AH/1570-71 AD and 990 AH/1582-83 AD (Mehdi Bayani, ahval va athar-e khosh-navisan, vol.III, Tehran, 1348 sh, pp.726-8.