A curtain for the tomb of the prophet (Hujrat Al-Qabr Al-Nabawi Al-Sahrif) in Medina with the Tughra of Sultan Mahmud II (r.1223-1255/ 1808-1839)

of rectangular form, the pistachio-green silk ground embroidered with silver and silver-gilt metal threads with tughra of Mahmud II flanked by floral sprays issuing from crossed quivers tied with a ribbon with paired ribboned garlands above flanking wreathed calligraphic roundels, the upper section filled with a lozenge-shaped panel of red silk with rays of light emanating from the inscriptions, all enclosed in a wide red-ground border of chevron-shaped leaves with rosette spandrels and further ribbons above and below

Some tears and minor damages to silk ground, metal threads tarnished, overall fair condition, 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."

inscriptions

In the top cartouche: 
'Salutation and peace be upon you O Seal of prophets!'

In the roundels: the shahada

The tughra of Mahmud II (1223-55/1808-39)