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A RAJA ON A TERRACEINDIA, KOTAH OR NATHDWARA, EARLY 19TH CENTURY | A RAJA ON A TERRACEIndia, Kotah or Nathdwara, early 19th Century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Opaque watercolor on paper heightened with gold
- image: 10 5/8 by 16 7/8 in. (27 by 42.9 cm)
- folio: 11 1/2 by 17 1/2 in. (29.2 by 44.5 cm)
A ruler seated against an orange bolster holding a flower in his right hand, wearing elaborate jewelry and a red turban adorned with pearls and a sarpech, and flanked by attendants. He is entertained by musicians in the foreground, the scene set against verdant foliage, a lotus pool and rolling hills in the distant background.
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, March 21 & 22, 1990, lot 163
Condition
Very good overall condition. Slight discoloration to lighter pigments. Small stain to lower left corner, clearly visible in catalogue illustration. Minor scuffing to green pigment on seated figure's tanpura on lower left. Lot not 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.
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.