Luster Jar with Hares (?) and Inscribed Words

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10th century · Earthenware; luster-painted on opaque white glaze · Islamic Art

This luster jar displays a combination of elements typical of tenth-century Iraqi luster ceramics. The epigraphic elements on the lower part of the object evoke auspicious writing. The stylized and ambiguous animals (hares?) and the five little "handles" have no practical use but to adorn the piece and impart a sense of liveliness and decoration to the jar.

Artist

Unknown

Date

10th century

Medium

Earthenware; luster-painted on opaque white glaze

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Gift of Frederic M. Chacker, 1979