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An illuminated Ottoman Qur'an, copied by Muhammad Wasfi, Turkey, dated 1268 AH/1851 AD
估價
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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描述
- Ink & Gold on Paper
Arabic manuscript on paper, 281 leaves plus 3 flyleaves, 15 lines to the page, written in neat Naskh script in black ink, verses separated by small gold roundels, illuminated foliate marginal devices throughout, margins ruled in blue and gold, catchwords, surah heading panels in gold but left blank, opening illuminated double page with rococo style floral decoration in colours and gold, the text within roundels, following double page with leafy gold scrolls in the outer margins, morocco binding with gilt decoration, with flap
Condition
In good overall condition, illumination bright and calligraphy bold, pages generally clean, spine repaired, 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."