Lot 259
- 259
Two illustrated leaves from a manuscript of Firdausi's Shahnameh, style of Mu'in Musavvir, Persia, Safavid, circa 1680
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- gouache and ink on paper
gouache heightened with gold on paper, 2-8 lines to the page, written in black nasta'liq script in black ink within 4 columns above and below the paintings, one painting illustrating Gushtasp killing a dragon, the reverse of each with 25 lines of text with headings in red ink, the leaf illustrating the killing of a mythical feline animal with an extra text page within the frame, ruled in colours and gold, framed
Condition
In good overall condition, a few small stains and losses to leaf edges, 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."