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ZAKARIYA IBN MUHAMMAD IBN MAHMUD AL-QAZWINI (D.1283 AD), AJA'IB AL-MAKHLUQAT ('ON THE WONDERS OF CREATION'), INDIA, MUGHAL, LATE 17TH/18TH CENTURY |
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 26 by 14cm.
Persian manuscript on paper, 252 leaves, 23 lines to the page written in black nasta’liq, numerous illustrations throughout, in brown leather binding with stamped decoration consisting of a central floral ground framed by geometrical decoration
Condition
In overall good condition, the margins have been trimmed but are clean and the binding is a later association, minor holes and rubbing, minor restoration to the paper, 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."
"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."