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An Illuminated Ottoman Qur'an, copied by Ahmed Ibn Omar, Turkey, dated 1087 AH/1676 AD
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Ink on Paper
Arabic manuscript on paper, 313 leaves plus 2 flyleaves, 15 lines to the page, Naskh script in black ink, verses separated by small gold roundels, margins ruled in gold, surah headings written in white Thuluth script against plain gold panels, opening double page illuminated frontispiece in colours and gold, comprising scrolling flowers with text within cloud bands, end flyleaf with inscription in French dated 1906, gold-flecked doublures, red morocco binding with tooled and punched trellis design and ropework border, with flap
Condition
In good overall condition, some minor smudges and a few paper repairs, pages generally clean, 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."