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An Illustration from the Bhagavata Purana: Akrura sets off for Hastinapura
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- An Illustration from the Bhagavata Purana: Akrura sets off for Hastinapura
Opaque watercolor heightened with gold on paper
- image 9 1/2 by 13 3/8 in. (23.6 by 34 cm.)
- folio 11 7/8 by 15 15/16 in. (30.2 by 40.5 cm.)
The illustration depicts Krishna's emissary Akrura departing for Hastinapura on Krishna's orders, to find out how his nephews the Pandavas were being treated by their cousins the Kauravas.
Condition
In very good condition with very minor staining and losses and accretion. No restoration. Inscription in Devanagari on verso.
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NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.