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LOT 2278
Estimate
GBP (£) 250 - 350
EUR (€) 290 - 400
USD ($) 330 - 470
INDIAN FRAMED DALAIL KHAYRAT MANUSCRIPTS
18TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.
11 1/4 x 9 1/4 in. (1 kg total, 28.7 x 23.5 cm each).
18TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.
11 1/4 x 9 1/4 in. (1 kg total, 28.7 x 23.5 cm each).
Both framed and glazed with information cards to the reverses: a Northern Indian Mughal Qur'an leaf dated 1780 A.D., with prayers copied from Mulla Fathullah's Tafsir commentary in Naskh script, interlinear Persian translation throughout in red Nasta'liq in the margins, together with illuminated devices, with gold embellishment; an illuminated manuscript from a Dala'il prayer book, written in Naskh script framed by golden clouds, central borders of meandering vines; each with explanatory label to reverse of frame. [2]
PROVENANCE:
Acquired by the vendor's father on the UK art market, before 1990.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
