A PRINCE SERVED PAAN IN THE ZENANA

Seated on a gold throne-chair a lord accepts a small paan from a handmaiden on a terrace of the zenana (harem).  Accompanied by handmaidens holding vessels and objects.

 

Good and stable overall condition.The image is pasted down upon archival paper and is missing its folio border. Abrasions to pigment in the following areas: hair, neck, arm and feet of attendant standing at lower right, chin and neck of attendant standing at lower left, temple of attendant standing at upper right and hair of attendant standing at upper left. Some creases and cracks to paper on the upper ground (area of treetops and sky appear to be reinforced from the back). This is lot 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.