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A pair of views depicting the Holy Shrines of Mecca and Medina, signed by Fateh Muhammad Mussawar, India, Rajasthan, circa 1880
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- watercolour on paper
gouache heightened with gold on paper, laid down on card, each signed in Devanagari script beneath the painting and in Persian on the reverse of each "Qalam Fateh Muhammad Mussawar", framed
Condition
Both paintings in good overall condition, pin holes to each corner, gold slightly rubbed, 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."