Garden Gathering

Unknown

1640–50 · Stonepaste; painted and polychrome glazed (cuerda seca technique) · Islamic Art

At the center of this scene, a lady leans on a bolster pillow and languidly holds out a filled cup. Making somewhat immodest eye contact with the viewer, she displays burn marks, associated with mystics and lovers, on her lower arms. A male figure in European dress and hat, perhaps a merchant, kneels before her. The other figures offer refreshments and conversation.

Artist

Unknown

Date

1640–50

Medium

Stonepaste; painted and polychrome glazed (cuerda seca technique)

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1903