A Prince wearing a turban: overall good condition. Minor abrasions to pigments.
A sage seated on a carpet: please note that this portrait is of Hazrat-e Hur, in overall good condition, minor losses to the white pigments and abrasions to the blue background.
The portrait of 'Muhammad Ibn Hanafiyyat': in overall good condition. Minor abrasions to the pigments of the turban and clothes, minor abrasions to the blackbackground;
A Mughal prince: abrasions and losses to the pigmentrs overall the surface, the inscription above the portrait (visible in the catalogue illustration) gives the name of the prince.
All of these are visible in the catalogue illustration. 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."
