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A brass celestial globe, probably India, signed and dated 1232 AH/1816-17 AD
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- brass
of typical spherical form, the globe engraved with constellation figures, stars, the equator and the ecliptic, and the solstitial circles parallel to the equator, drill hole and two protrusions for setting
Condition
In fairly good condition, some small patches of oxidisation and rsulting discoloration, rubbing, original stand missing, 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
inscriptions
Work of 'Altunian...' year 1232 (1816-17 AD).
The present globe can be associated to a group of about thirty similar, decorative but non-functional known examples which are published by Emilie Savage-Smith (The Nasser D. Khalili collection of Islamic Art, XII, Science, Tools and Magic, VOL.II, London & Oxford, 1997, pp.406-413). For further reference, see E. Savage-Smith, Islamicate Celestial Globes, Washington, 1985).
Work of 'Altunian...' year 1232 (1816-17 AD).
The present globe can be associated to a group of about thirty similar, decorative but non-functional known examples which are published by Emilie Savage-Smith (The Nasser D. Khalili collection of Islamic Art, XII, Science, Tools and Magic, VOL.II, London & Oxford, 1997, pp.406-413). For further reference, see E. Savage-Smith, Islamicate Celestial Globes, Washington, 1985).