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Two Qur'an leaves in eastern Kufic script, Persia, 12th century AD
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- ink on paper
text: surah al-nisa' (IV), part of verse 140 to part of verse 144; surah yunus, part of verse 106 to verse 109 (end of surah); surah hud (XI), verse 1 to part of verse 7
Arabic manuscript on buff paper, 2 leaves attached at the centre, 12 lines to the page written in black eastern Kufic script, interlinear Persian translation, surah heading in gold with illuminated marginal device, gold florets marking verses
Arabic manuscript on buff paper, 2 leaves attached at the centre, 12 lines to the page written in black eastern Kufic script, interlinear Persian translation, surah heading in gold with illuminated marginal device, gold florets marking verses
Condition
In fair overall condition, thumbed, various stains, taped together in the middle, 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
Other leaves from the same Qur'an as the present two sold in these rooms, 22 April 2105, lot 58 and 9 April, lot 16.