$984
Baha-al-din-al Amili (1547-1621) Thirteen Epistles, 1099 AH [1688 CE]. Arabic manuscript on paper, octavo format, text in single column, black ink, with the occasional use of red, diagrams in the text, approximately 250 pages, bound in later blue morocco, 7 1/4 x 4 1/2 in. Texts include geometry, religion, finding the direction of Mecca mathematically, when to prostrate oneself in the reading of the Qu'ran, astronomy, arithmetic, chemistry, and the uniqueness of Allah. Estimate $800-1,000 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-11-12