Lot 398
- 398
A large Qajar enamelled and jewelled portrait medallion of Fath 'Ali Shah, signed Khanazad 'Ali, Persia, circa 1810-20
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Enamelled and jewelled
featuring an enamel seated portrait of Fath Ali Shah Qajar (r. 1797 – 1834) with diamonds and colourful stone highlights on his crown, with inscriptive cartouches
Condition
In general good condition, with some restoration and overpainting, notably to inscriptions and around external edges, reverse a green, mottled enamel, 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."
Catalogue Note
inscriptions
Al-Sultan Fath 'Ali Shah Qajar
And possibly artist's signature, Khanazad 'Ali
Al-Sultan Fath 'Ali Shah Qajar
And possibly artist's signature, Khanazad 'Ali