A FALCON ON A PERCH, INDIA, DECCAN, POSSIBLY BIJAPUR, MID-17TH CENTURY
A FALCON ON A PERCH, INDIA, DECCAN, POSSIBLY BIJAPUR, MID-17TH CENTURY
gouache heightened with gold on paper, the reverse with 6 lines of nasta’liq in black ink against marbled paper
painting: 12.2 by 8.8cm.
leaf: 20.2 by 17cm.
Condition Report:
Minor losses to the painting, some smudges and minor rubbing, the reverse cropped, 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."
Provenance:
With Francesca Galloway, 2018
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A FALCON ON A PERCH, INDIA, DECCAN, POSSIBLY BIJAPUR, MID-17TH CENTURY
gouache heightened with gold on paper, the reverse with 6 lines of nasta’liq in black ink against marbled paper
painting: 12.2 by 8.8cm.
leaf: 20.2 by 17cm.
Condition Report:
Minor losses to the painting, some smudges and minor rubbing, the reverse cropped, 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."
Provenance:
With Francesca Galloway, 2018