Lot 45
- 45
A firman bearing the tughra of Sultan Mehmed IV (r.1648-87), Turkey, Ottoman, dated 1092 AH/1681 AD
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- ink on paper
Ottoman Turkish manuscript on paper, 7 lines to the page, written in diwani script in gold, red and black ink, surmounted by a large tughra within a large rococo cartouche filled with florals scrolls
Condition
In fair good condition, backed on cloth, stains and minor smudges to the ink, minor holes, areas of restorations, creasing, 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
This firman, dated to the end of Ramadan 1092 AH/1681 AD, during the reign of Sultan Mehmed IV, awards the revenues of various villages in the district of Mincigirt (modern day Inkaya in Kars province) to a certain Ramazan, who is identified as being "tall, with hazel eyes and light-coloured eyebrows", as zeamet (land tenure in return for military service) in addition to the lands already held by him.