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An Illustration to the Ramayana: Lord Rama and Lakshmana being Entertained in the Forest by the Monkeys
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- An Illustration to the Ramayana: Lord Rama and Lakshmana being Entertained in the Forest by the Monkeys
- Opaque watercolor heightened with gold on paper
- image: 8 1/8 by 11 1/4 in. (20.6 by 28.5 cm)
- folio: 9 1/2 by 12 5/8 in. (24.2 by 32.1 cm) unframed
Lord Rama and Lakshmana relax in an idyllic forest setting enjoying entertainment. For a related illustration see Christie’s, London, October 6, 2011, Lot 406.
Condition
Very good overall condition. Spotted pink folio border not seen in the catalog illustration. The orange tones in the illustration are lighter and brighter than in the catalog image. The water bodies are pigmented in sliver, not gray as in the catalog illustration. This lot is exhibited in a temporary frame.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.