Lot 106
  • 106

Abdur Rahman Chughtai

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • Abdur Rahman Chughtai
  • Untitled (Krishna and Gopi)
  • Signed and inscribed in Urdu lower right    

    The inscription is dedicated to his friend Shankar Tripathi and signed by the artist

  • Ink and gouache on paper 
  • 7⅜ x 5¾ in. (19.2 x 14.6 cm.)

Provenance

Gift from the artist to late Shri Shankar Tripathi                                                     Acquired from the above by Mr. Tahir Mirza 
Thence by descent to Mr. Abbas Mirza
Acquired from the above by the present owner in January 1976

Condition

Faint creasing and undulation, notably in the upper half. Minor hairline craquelere and tiny losses particularly to thicker white pigment for example the heads of the figures and the flowers along left edge. A few tiny spots of discoloration mostly along right edge visible upon close inspection. Inconsistent surface and discoloration in lower left corner is also visible in the catalogue illustration. This work is in a temporary frame. It has not been inspected outside its frame.
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.