Bowl with Deer and Phoenix Motifs

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first half 14th century · Stonepaste; blue and black painted under transparent glaze (Sultanabad ware) · Islamic Art

This bowl is a fine example of the so-called 'Sultanabad' wares which were produced during the Ilkhanid period. This type is characterized by a distinctive glaze, incorporating fine underdrawing in black or grey-green, often combined with cobalt and turquoise accents.

Artist

Unknown

Date

first half 14th century

Medium

Stonepaste; blue and black painted under transparent glaze (Sultanabad ware)

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1970