Lot 324
  • 324

A SIKH GURU RECEIVES A DELEGATION

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • A SIKH GURU RECEIVES A DELEGATION
  • Opaque watercolor heightened with gold on paper
  • image: 8 3/4 by 12 3/4 in. (20.3 by 30.5 cm)
  • folio: 11 by 15 in. (28 by 38.1 cm)

Provenance

Acquired 1989

Condition

Very good overall condition, as viewed. Conservation framed.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

Within a white columned marble palace the nimbate (haloed) Guru holds darbar.  He is seated on a low bejeweled gold throne-chair as he receives an assembly of dignitaries petitioning him and paying homage.  He addresses their leader as his nobles stand behind. An attendant holds a morchal (ceremonial peacock feathered fan) whilst another bears a gold tray with a container of delicacies.  

With black inner borders within red and white ruled lines and mauve-pink outer borders.