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A bifolium from the 'Five Suras', in muhaqqaq script, PERSIA OR MESOPOTAMIA, PROBABLY JALA'IRID BAGHDAD, circa 1370
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
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Description
Text: surat al-Kahf (XVIII), vv.: 14-18.
Arabic manuscript on paper, consecutive text, 2 leaves, 7 lines to the page written in elegant muhaqqaq script in black ink outlined in gold, diacritics and vowel points in black ink outlined in gold, illuminated circular markers decorated with geometric knots and dotted border outlined in blue, inner margins ruled in red, blue and golilluminated pear-shaped device in outer border including the word khums (fifth) in a central roundel decorated with intertwining serrated leaves in gold and some black on blue ground.
Arabic manuscript on paper, consecutive text, 2 leaves, 7 lines to the page written in elegant muhaqqaq script in black ink outlined in gold, diacritics and vowel points in black ink outlined in gold, illuminated circular markers decorated with geometric knots and dotted border outlined in blue, inner margins ruled in red, blue and golilluminated pear-shaped device in outer border including the word khums (fifth) in a central roundel decorated with intertwining serrated leaves in gold and some black on blue ground.
Condition
some staining and rubbing, slight restoration, ink and gold bright, overall good condition, as viewed.
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"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 the previous lot.