8th Nov, 2023 10:00
Asian & Islamic Art
527
Manuscript minature painting
Persian/Iranian, circa 18th Century
painted with two bearded male figures in traditional Persian dress amongst trees, the left-hand figure with hands in prayer, the figure on the right seated on a light pink mat, decorated with scrolling flowers, with Persian text in a coral border, together with two illuminated manuscripts, with gilt details and borders, to include an original Naskhi Script, written by the Scribe Hussain Hutuni (3)
Manuscript minature painting
Persian/Iranian, circa 18th Century
painted with two bearded male figures in traditional Persian dress amongst trees, the left-hand figure with hands in prayer, the figure on the right seated on a light pink mat, decorated with scrolling flowers, with Persian text in a coral border, together with two illuminated manuscripts, with gilt details and borders, to include an original Naskhi Script, written by the Scribe Hussain Hutuni (3)
With signs of wear consistent with age and use. Some losses/holes. Cockled paper. Original Naskhi script with potential foxing/stain. Each piece with tape to the back of the frame. Labels attached to the back of the frames, with evidence of glue.
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Auction: Asian & Islamic Art, 8th Nov, 2023
Viewing
Friday 3rd November 10am - 4pm
Monday 6th November 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 7th November 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 8th November 9am - 10am
There will be no viewing during the sale.
