Decorative Arts and International Art Auction

June 16, 2015

LOT 231

Lot 231

Three Pairs of Mughal School Portrait Miniatures of Emperors and Wives, 19th century

Three Pairs of Mughal School Portrait Miniatures of Emperors and Wives, 19th century
Lot 231 Details
Three Pairs of Mughal School Portrait Miniatures of Emperors and Wives, 19th century

each a gouache on oval ivory panel of Mughal Emperor Muhammed Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, Bahadur Shah Zafar and Zenat Mahal, and Akbar and Miriam-uz-Zamani, each in conforming mahogany frame with optical cut lens
5" x 3.8" — 12.7 x 9.7 cm.

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $2,640
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

In good condtion.

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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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