Lot 86
- 86
An illuminated calligrapher's diploma (ijazeh), Turkey, Ottoman, dated 1291 AH/1874-75 AD
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- INK ON PAPER
Arabic manuscript on paper, 8 lines to the page, a large line of thuluth script in cloud bands against a gold ground, two lines beneath in naskh script in cloud bands, 2 oval cartouches below, the interstices decorated with floral bunches, green and gold border with palmettes, blue outer margins with floral motifs
Condition
In overall good condition, abrasions to the upper line and rubbing to the ink on the lower right cartouche, minor flaking to the painting, bright and text bold, 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
The preset calligrapher's diploma (ijazeh) is signed by the student 'Umar Hauzadeh, and signed by the calligraphers 'Abdullah Khulusi and Seyyid Mehmed 'Arif, student of Sukuti Efendi.