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Illustrated leaf from a manuscript of Firdausi's Shahnama: the captive King of Makran before Kay Khusraw, text copied by Muhyi, Qazwin or Mashhad, Persia, Manuscript dated A.H. 973/A.D. 1565
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
gouache with gold on paper, text in upper right and lower left corners written in neat nasta`liq script in black ink on paper, reverse with full page of text in four columns, heading in gold in ruled panel, margins ruled in colours and gold
Condition
Overall good condition, border illumination contemporary though in different hand, fine illumination, lot as viewed.
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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."
Catalogue Note
See footnote to previous lot.