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SIGNED COPY FROM THE COLLECTION OF ASLAM MAHMUD

Lot No. 99:

THE PATH OF PRINCES

  • Medium: Printed Book
  • Year: 2008
  • Size: 11 x 9 inches
  • Place: Geneva

Current Bid : ₹ 7,200

Estimate

 8,000 -  12,000


Estimate US$

93-140

Ends at Jul 10, 2025 08:38 PM IST

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THE PATH OF PRINCES

MASTERPIECES FROM THE AGA KHAN MUSEUM COLLECTION

Year: 2008

Size: 28 x 23.2 cm (11 x 9 inches)

Aga Khan Trust For Culture., PP 307.

No. of Illustrations: 118 Illustrations.

The second title page of this book bears the signature of Aslam Mahmud, dated Monday, 12 May 2008.


This volume is a treasured part of Aslam Mahmud's esteemed personal collection, reflecting his deep passion for literature and rare books.

Aslam Mahmud (1940-2016) was a prominent literary figure and passionate bibliophile from Lucknow. Over his lifetime, he built a personal library of over 15,000 books, focusing on English, Urdu, and Persian literature, Islamic calligraphy, and Awadh history. His collection also included rare stamps, postcards, photos, and film posters, attracting scholars from India and Pakistan.

Educated at St. Francis and La Martiniere Colleges, he earned degrees in science and law from the University of Lucknow. Mahmud served in the Indian Railway Traffic Service, retiring as Additional Member of the Railway Board in 2000.

BINDING: Card Covers with Light Wear.
Provenance : Collection of a Gentleman

This is an auction of pre-owned and old items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use.

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