Lot 101. King Jamshid writes on a rock. The painting, Safavid Isfahan, circa 1600, the calligraphy by 'Ali Al-Husayni Al-Katib, Timurid Herat, circa 1526. Estimate £120,000 - £180,000 ($170,640 - $255,960). Price Realized £146,500 ($208,323) . Photo Christie's...

Lot 100. The impoverished dervish of Faryab crosses the river on his prayer mat. The painting, Safavid Isfahan, circa 1600, the calligraphy by 'Ali Al-Husayni Al-Katib, Timurid Herat, circa 1526. Estimate £150,000 - £200,000 ($213,300 - $284,400). Price...