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A nobleman holding a falcon, reverse with calligraphy on marbled paper signed by Muhammad 'Imad, Deccan, late 17th century
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- A courtier stroking a falcon, Deccan, late 17th century
- Gouache and paper
gouache heightened with gold on paper, laid down, with wide blue borders, nasta'liq inscriptions to reverse
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, 14 December 1979, lot 51
Ownership inscription on reverse in English with monogram dated 24/7/[19]69
Ownership inscription on reverse in English with monogram dated 24/7/[19]69
Condition
Painted area in generally good condition, colours bright. Some rubbing and scuffs throughout, some paint loss in figure. Borders with minor scuffs and rubbing. Very slight rubbing on reverse. 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."