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A Qur'an juz' in Maghribi script on vellum, Spain or Morocco, 13th century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Brown ink and gold on vellum
text: surah yunus (X) to surah al-rad (XIII)
Arabic manuscript on vellum, 69 leaves, 9 lines to the page, written in bold Maghribi script in brown ink, opening and closing illuminated geometric panels, f.1b with surah heading within an ensuite panel, 2 further surah headings in gold Kufic script, later brown morocco binding, with flap
Arabic manuscript on vellum, 69 leaves, 9 lines to the page, written in bold Maghribi script in brown ink, opening and closing illuminated geometric panels, f.1b with surah heading within an ensuite panel, 2 further surah headings in gold Kufic script, later brown morocco binding, with flap
Condition
In reasonable overall condition, some waterstaining, binding repaired, folio 1a creased and rubbed, vellum repairs at start and end, 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."
Catalogue Note
This finely calligraphed Qur'an section in Maghribi script is typical of Qur'an production from the Islamic west. Compared to the Qur'ans of the east, the calligraphers and illuminators of Spain and North Africa remained faithful to the traditional style, with Kufic surah headings and vellum used for centuries after paper took precedence in the east. For examples of Maghribi manuscript production refer to James 1980, p.109-117.