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A Large Qur'an Leaf in Maghribi Script on Pink Paper, North Africa or Andalusia, late 12th-13th century AD
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Ink and Gold on Paper
text: surah al-'asr (CIII), part of verse 3, the last verse of the surah; surah al-humaza (CIV), verse 1 to end of verse 4
Arabic manuscript on pink paper, 5 lines to the page written in large, bold Maghribi script, letter pointing (i'jam) and vocalisation in gold, verses separated by illuminated roundels containing 'abjad letters in blue, white and red, recto with a surah heading in gold against a blue ground within a strapwork border, leading to an illuminated medallion extending into the margin
Arabic manuscript on pink paper, 5 lines to the page written in large, bold Maghribi script, letter pointing (i'jam) and vocalisation in gold, verses separated by illuminated roundels containing 'abjad letters in blue, white and red, recto with a surah heading in gold against a blue ground within a strapwork border, leading to an illuminated medallion extending into the margin
Condition
in fair overall condition, marginal repairs on all sides, losses with associated repair throughout, colours and gold bright but with some rubbing and stains, 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."
"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."