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An illuminated berat bearing the tughra of Sultan Abdulhamid I (r.1774-89), Turkey, Ottoman, dated 1192 AH/1778 AD
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- ink on paper - bound manuscript
Ottoman Turkish manuscript on paper, 25 lines to the page written in diwani script in black and red ink sprinkled in gold, surmounted by a large gold and polychrome tughra, within a large cartouche filled with gold scrolls and polychrome cartouches, with an interlacing flower border and later comments, the paper watermarked with three stacked crescent moons
Condition
In generally good condition, folds and creases, some smudges to the ink and stains, the tughra in good condition, bright, 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 berat, dated 4 Dhu’l-Hijjah 1192 AH/24 December 1778 AD (during the reign of Sultan Abdulhamid I), awards lands in the sancak of Bozok (Yozgat) to a certain Muhammad as a tax-farm (malikane).