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A Group of Six Qur'an Leaves in Maghribi Script, North Africa or Andalusia, Late 12th-13th century AD
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- ink on paper
TEXT: SURAH AL-NUR (XXIV), PART OF VERSE 15 TO PART OF VERSE 26
Arabic manuscript on thick pink paper, 5 lines to the page, written in large Maghribi script, letter pointing (i'jam) and vocalisation in gold and silver, verses separated by illuminated roundels containing 'abjad letters in blue, white and red, 1 leaf with a large roundel with geometric motif in white surrounded by gold dots and outlined in blue
Arabic manuscript on thick pink paper, 5 lines to the page, written in large Maghribi script, letter pointing (i'jam) and vocalisation in gold and silver, verses separated by illuminated roundels containing 'abjad letters in blue, white and red, 1 leaf with a large roundel with geometric motif in white surrounded by gold dots and outlined in blue
Condition
In good overall condition, ink bold and gold bright, untrimmed, a few minor stains, 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."
Catalogue Note
For more information on these Qur'an leaves please see catalogue note to lot 1.