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An Illuminated Mamluk Qur'an Juz (XVII), Egypt or Syria, 14th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- manuscript on paper
Arabic manuscript on paper, 37 leaves plus a flyleaf, 6 lines to the page, written in Naskh script in black ink, opening surah heading in Kufic script in gold, f.1a with an illuminated headpiece with juz heading in white kufic reserved against scrolling gold arabesques on a blue ground, verses separated with gold florets, fifth verse marked with an illuminated marginal device outlined in blue, tenth verses marked with a marginal roundel with the Arabic numberal 'Ashr' within gold concentric circles, contemporary binding with tooled central knotted roundel and outer borders of scrolling split-palmettes
Condition
In reasonable overall condition, binding needs reattaching, some smudges, abrasions to binding extremities, calligraphy overall strong and gold bright, 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."