JALAL AL-DIN MUHAMMAD RUMI (D.1273 AD), THE SIX BOOKS OF THE MATHNAWI, SIGNED BY JAN MUHAMMAD SON OF KHIDR, PERSIA, SAFAVID, DATED 1029 AH/1620 AD
JALAL AL-DIN MUHAMMAD RUMI (D.1273 AD), THE SIX BOOKS OF THE MATHNAWI, SIGNED BY JAN MUHAMMAD SON OF KHIDR, PERSIA, SAFAVID, DATED 1029 AH/1620 AD
Persian manuscript on gold speckled paper, 356 leaves plus 1 fly-leaf, 21 lines to the page, text arranged in 4 columns, written in fine nasta’liq in black, ruled in red, green, gold, black and blue, 7 illuminated headings, the outer margins filled with stenciled interlacing scrolls with birds of different colours outlined in gold, in a brown stamped and gilt binding
40.8 by 24.3cm.
Condition Report:
In generally good condition, ownership inscriptions and seals throughout, some restoration to the headings with minor repainting, some splits to the pages, the outer margins vibrant with occasional smudging and stains, minor holes and restoration to the paper, some splits affecting the ruling due to the corrosiveness of the ink, 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."
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JALAL AL-DIN MUHAMMAD RUMI (D.1273 AD), THE SIX BOOKS OF THE MATHNAWI, SIGNED BY JAN MUHAMMAD SON OF KHIDR, PERSIA, SAFAVID, DATED 1029 AH/1620 AD
Persian manuscript on gold speckled paper, 356 leaves plus 1 fly-leaf, 21 lines to the page, text arranged in 4 columns, written in fine nasta’liq in black, ruled in red, green, gold, black and blue, 7 illuminated headings, the outer margins filled with stenciled interlacing scrolls with birds of different colours outlined in gold, in a brown stamped and gilt binding
40.8 by 24.3cm.
Condition Report:
In generally good condition, ownership inscriptions and seals throughout, some restoration to the headings with minor repainting, some splits to the pages, the outer margins vibrant with occasional smudging and stains, minor holes and restoration to the paper, some splits affecting the ruling due to the corrosiveness of the ink, 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."
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