- 2 Frassetto Way - Lincoln Park, NJ 07035
Grossman Estate, Autographs, and Fresh Finds
Lot 40:
Sold for: $125
Description
A framed illuminated Persian manuscript leaf. The central text is executed in black Nasta’liq script and opens with a traditional Arabic doxology followed by Persian text naming the work. The page is surmounted by an illuminated headpiece featuring floral and foliate scrolling motifs in gold leaf, lapis blue, and red pigments. This central composition is set within a decorative block-printed border on salmon-colored paper, showing various animals including leopards or tigers amidst foliage. Sight: 9 1/2 x 6 in. Frame: 16 x 13 in.
From the Woodstock, New York estate of music manager Albert Grossman, best known for managing artists including Bob Dylan, Janis Joplin, The Band, and Peter, Paul and Mary.
Condition report:
The manuscript leaf shows significant toning, foxing, and water staining across the surface. There are visible creases, frayed edges, and small losses to the paper, most notably at the bottom left corner of the illuminated headpiece. The surrounding salmon-colored border exhibits similar wear with creasing and minor loss at the edges. The outer off-white mat board displays extensive and prominent brown foxing spots throughout. The frame has light surface wear, small nicks, and minor losses to the gilding. The backing paper on the reverse shows significant staining and tape along the edges.
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