A LARGE QAJAR MOULDED POLYCHROME POTTERY TILE, PERSIA, 19TH CENTURY |

moulded and painted in underglaze cobalt blue, turquoise, ochre and mauve, outlines and details in black, depicting two courtly men and attendants, outdoor scene with entertainers in front and palace in the distance, food vessels throughout, border with foliate branches and birds, in wooden frame

The back of frame with two metal hooks at top for hanging, tile with two large vertical breaks and a smaller break near upper edge, with associated restoration including overpainting, some areas of craquelure to glaze, 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.
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A tile showing a similar scene was sold at Christie's London, 5 October 2010, lot 266.