Near East, Persia (Iran), Nishapur area, ca. late 10th century to early 13th century CE. A dazzling terracotta bowl boasting a deep basin with a relief floral motif at the center, all enveloped in brilliant turquoise glaze with petite black dashes lining the rim. Sparkling iridescence dances across the surface of the ancient vessel, gathering in clusters on the heavy globules that drip down the exterior; all imbuing the piece with an opulent presentation evocative of the Islamic Golden Age. Size: 6.2" Diameter x 3.3" H (15.7 cm x 8.4 cm)

Provenance: private southern California, USA collection, acquired before 2000

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#186015

Age-expected surface wear with some small chips to glaze and nicks and abrasions to surface as shown. Otherwise, intact and excellent with great preservation of glaze and beautiful craquelure and iridescence throughout.