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A prince holding a falcon, style of Muhammad Hasan, Persia, Qajar, circa 1820
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 GBP
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Description
- oil on canvas, framed
- 190 by 73cm.
oil on canvas, framed
Provenance
Sotheby's, London, 27 April 1994, lot 107.
Condition
In generally good overall condition, arched top showing signs of alteration from previously straight-sided peak, re-lined at time of restoration, 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
This fine portrait is painted in the style of Muhammad Hasan, one of the foremost portrait artists working during the period of Fath 'Ali Shah Qajar (r.1798-1834). Two of his most accomplished works were in the Amery Collection, now housed in the Negaristan Museum, Tehran, published by S.F. Falk, Qajar Paintings, London, 1972, nos.26 and 27.
The costume and accoutrements of the present prince match those of the second of the Tehran portraits quite closely. Although of similar height, the painting to hand is slightly narrower. The profile of the arched top has clearly been altered and it is possible, judging by the slightly cropped lower part of the robe, that the sides were reduced at the same time.