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Description : FATIMID, AYYUBID AND MAMLUK EGYPT, THE EARLIEST DATED AH 500/1106 AD Arabic manuscripts on paper, comprising various letters, talismans and other documents mostly written in early chancellery script in black ink on paper Largest 20 x 6 1/2 in. (51 x 16.4cm.)
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About the lot N° 38
Title : Collection Of Letters And Other Documents
Size : 20 x 6 1/2 in. 51 x 16.4cm
Notes : This fascinating collection of early documents was collected by George Anastase Michaelides (1900-1973). Born in Cairo, he formed a fine collection of Egyptian antiquities. Some of the pieces are in museum collections and others were sold at Christie's South Kensington, 29 October 2003.The collection comprises documents that date from the 12th century through to the 19th and include legal, talismanic and some rather more personal pieces, including a c.12th century love letter and correspondance between slaves and their masters. A full list is available from the department on request.No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium, which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.
Christie's, auctioneer, London, UK It's free to register now to view!
Sale title : Islamic Art and Manuscripts
Sale date : 26 Apr 2005 It's free to register now to view!
Sale Reference : Live Sale

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