Bidspirit auction | An Ottoman Islamic Book, Istanbul,


An Ottoman Islamic Book, Istanbul, 1799 - Brown leather binding decorated with a gilt floral pattern. Apparently a work on Islamic theology, printed in Istanbul, probably in the Hijri year 1214 (1799). Consistent with age. 29 x 18 cm Provenance: The Collection of Joseph Wallersteiner (1911-2001). By descent to the present owner. Notes:  Given their common provenance, the manuscripts likely once belonged to the library of Sheikh Ali Abu al-Mawahib, former Mufti of Jaffa. Condition: For a condition report, please contact office@alma.auction. All items are sold as is, and buyers are responsible for checking condition before bidding. The absence of condition notes does not imply good condition.