A SEATED YOUTH HOLDING A CUP OF COFFEE, PERSIA, SAFAVID, MID-17TH CENTURY

A SEATED YOUTH HOLDING A CUP OF COFFEE, PERSIA, SAFAVID, MID-17TH CENTURY

gouache heightened with gold on uncoloured paper, background foliage in gold, mounted on a blue page with feint stencilled borders

painting: 9.5 by 16.8cm.
leaf: 26.5 by 17.4cm.

Condition Report:
In fairly good overall condition, minor stains and creases, minor areas of repair to the paper, colours vivid, borders with spotting and various stains and creased edges, 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.
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Provenance:
Ex-private collection, Germany.

Acquired from Galerie Boisserée, Cologne, circa 1960s/70s (label on reverse of frame).