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LOT 1242
Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
OTTOMAN OTTOMAN LARGE FORMAT ILLUMINATED 'THE SPIDER' QURAN MANUSCRIPT PAGE
EARLY 19TH CENTURY A.D.
16 5/8 x 10 1/8 in. (15 grams, 42.2 x 25.7 cm).
EARLY 19TH CENTURY A.D.
16 5/8 x 10 1/8 in. (15 grams, 42.2 x 25.7 cm).
One page from Surah 29, 'Ankabut' ('The Spider'), seven handwritten lines of Nastaliq(?) script, floral border with gold paint on blue.
PROVENANCE:
Acquired on the UK art market.
Scottish private collection.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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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.
