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A MAHARAJA RECEIVES A MINISTER
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- A MAHARAJA RECEIVES A MINISTER
- Opaque watercolor heightened with gold on paper
- image: 8 1/4 by 5 3/4 in. (20.3 by 12.7 cm)
- folio: 9 1/4 by 6 3/4 in. (22.8 by 15.2 cm)
Provenance
Acquired 1990's
Condition
Very good overall condition, as viewed.Very minor flaking and light toning- otherwise in very good condition. Verso: Backed with old paper with blue ink notation (scratched out). lightly sketched circular shapes visible. Numbers inscribed. Conservator's hinging tape applied in spots. 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.
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
A maharaja instructs his minister, who bows respectfully and gestures, holding the edge of his muslin scarf. Four courtiers stand attentively. On a brilliant cinnabar red terrace and arched white marble architecture. Black foliate-design inner borders with red outer borders with white ruled lines.
Inscribed above in black ink nasta'liq script.