Lot 57
- 57
An illustrated and illuminated leaf from a manuscript of Firdausi’s Shahnameh: Rustam in mounted combat, Persia, Shiraz, Safavid, circa 1560
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- ink on paper
gouache and ink on paper, heightened with gold, 10 lines to the page above and below the painting, written in nasta’liq script in black ink within 4 columns, ruled in gold and black, the borders decorated with outdoor scenes of wildlife and foliage, the reverse with 24 lines of text in nasta’liq script
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 14 April 2010, lot 65.
Condition
In good condition, minor losses and flaking to the painting, creases and stains, some rubbing to the text and restorations to the border, minor tears, 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."