Lot 230
- 230
A Mughal gem-set jade and carnelian turban ornament (sarpatti) engraved with Qur'anic inscriptions, India, circa 1800, later mounted as a brooch
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- jade, gems, gold
the pale jade body of lobed form with a central cusped roundel flanked by floral elements set with rubies and emeralds, the carnelian engraved with talismanic inscriptions, the reverse with gold pin fitting, leather-covered box of jeweller Albert Wilde
Condition
overall in good condition. some patination around the gold-inlay. jade and spinel in very good condition, 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
Talismanic, in positive
Qur'an, chapters LXI (al-saff) part of verse 13 and XLVIII (al-fath) verse 1.