Lot 26
- 26
A banner-shaped genealogy on vellum, North Africa, 16th/17th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- ink on vellum
Arabic manuscript on vellum, text written in polychrome Maghribi script, set within polychrome margins of scrolling vines with fleur-de-lys set inside double-ruled borders
Condition
In fair condition, losses to the top, restorations, holes and retouching., water and various stains, 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
On this banner, which was probably used in battle, is outlined the genealogy of a certain Abu ‘Abdallah Muhammad ibn Ahmad. His line is traced through ‘Ali ibn Abi Talib, from the pre-Islamic ancestor of ‘Ali and the Prophet Muhammad, Ma’ad ibn ‘Adnan. A similar document with nearly an identical border, comparable combination of colours and dated 1029 AH/1620 AD, was sold at Christie’s, 10 April 2014, lot 51.