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A Qur’an section, North Africa or Andalusia, 13th/14th century AD
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- ink on vellum- bound manuscript
- leaf: 19 by 17cm.bifolium: 19 by 35cm.
text: surah al-kahf (XVIII), middle of verse 88 to verse 108; surah maryam (XIX), middle of verse 5 to middle of verse 13, end of verse 21 to end of verse 25, verse 41 to middle of verse 64, surah taha (XX), end of verse 123 to beginning of verse 127, end of verse 131 to middle of verse134, middle of verse 166 to end of verse 120
Arabic manuscript on vellum, 19 leaves (18 bifolia and one folio), 6 lines to the page, written in brown Maghribi script, letter pointing in red, vocalisation in blue, verses separated by gold and polychrome roundels, gold and polychrome medallions throughout
Arabic manuscript on vellum, 19 leaves (18 bifolia and one folio), 6 lines to the page, written in brown Maghribi script, letter pointing in red, vocalisation in blue, verses separated by gold and polychrome roundels, gold and polychrome medallions throughout
Condition
The bifolia loose, with various stains and minor holes, rubbing and minor mould, as viewed.
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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."