Lot 50
- 50
An illuminated calligraphic panel (qit’a), Turkey, Ottoman, 17th century
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- ink on paper
- text panel: 13 by 19cm.leaf: 23.5 by 29.8cm.
Arabic manuscript on paper, upper and lower lines written in large thuluth in black ink, 5 lines in between in neat naskh, polychrome and gold floral scrolls, laid down on an album page, the borders with gold floral scrolls, a spurious colophon giving the name Sheikh Hamdullah and the date 926 AH, framed
Provenance
Ex-collection Julius and Jay Bisno, California.
Condition
In good condition, minor rubbing, stains, losses and creases, 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."