Lot 203
  • 203

A portrait of Raja Ram Singh, Kishangarh, circa 1750

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • gouache heightened with gold on paper
gouache heightened with gold on paper, laid down on an album page with orange outer margins flecked with gold, framed

Provenance

Sotheby's London, 8 October 1979, lot 109

Condition

In good overall condition, slight stain to right shoulder of figure, 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."

Catalogue Note

The nagari inscription on the reverse states that the portrait was executed when Ram Singh, a son of Subhav Singh, was eighteen years of age.