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Ancient Persian Islamic Blue Glazed Pottery Vessel Jug Caligraphy Khorasan 1200

About the Item

A rare ancient Persian totally intact 12th/13th Century Islamic vessel/jug, from Khorasan. The vessel with a deep blue glaze and having a band of incised Islamic caligraphy to the top, the baluster shaped body decorated with incised 'teardrop' motifs, the jug having a short spout and arched handle surmounted with a zoomorphic figure. The vessel having a raised unglazed foot, the ewer is in remarkable condition, totally intact, many of these vessels are reassembled from fragments, or have significant restoration. A fine & rare 12th/13th century ancient Persian Islamic vessel. Provenance; Property of a gentleman, prestigious Kuwaiti collection. A near identical vessel is on display in the Louvre's collection and can be seen online through the museum's website, the Louvre's reference number for this item is Inv. No. MAO 1232.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.01 in (15.25 cm)Width: 5.32 in (13.5 cm)Depth: 4.04 in (10.25 cm)
  • Style:
    Khorassan (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Pottery,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    12th-13th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Portland, OR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C9811stDibs: LU4876124927772

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