Arabic manuscript on paper, 369 leaves plus 2 flyleaves, 15 lines to the page, written in ghubar script in black ink, ruled in red, green, gold and blue, verses separated by gold dots, surah headings in white or black against a gold ground, marginal gold and polychrome rounded khams and ‘ashr, opening gold and polychrome double page frontispiece, in brown morocco binding

In good condition, the margins are clean; two folios have a small hole which does not affect the text panel, minor water and other stains, the opening bifolium with minor smudges, 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."