A long neck with an everted lip is supported by an ovoid body. Iridescent silver blends with a myriad of other radiant colors to produce a dazzling effect like a spectrum of  More »

A long neck with an everted lip is supported by an ovoid body. Iridescent silver blends with a myriad of other radiant colors to produce a dazzling effect like a spectrum of pure light molded into glass. Though colored glass had been produced for centuries, it was still regarded as a luxury item. This very lovely vessel would probably been owned by a wealthy family, perhaps used to hold precious ointments or perfume. Though the liquid is long vanished-- the substance of this vessel, i.e. its rare beauty, is as vibrant today as it was hundreds of years ago. - (G.0058)   « Less

Glazed Pottery Bowl - AMD.83, Origin: Central Asia, Dimensions: 4.1" (10.4cm) high x 9.8" (24.9cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Medium: Glazed Pottery.

Glazed Pottery Bowl - AMD.83, Origin: Central Asia, Dimensions: 4.1" (10.4cm) high x 9.8" (24.9cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Medium: Glazed Pottery.   « Less

Origin: Eastern Mediterranean Circa: 3 rd Century AD to 4 th Century AD Dimensions: 2.625" (6.7cm) high x 2.5" (6.4cm) wide Collection: Classical Style: Blown Glass Medium:  More »

Origin: Eastern Mediterranean Circa: 3 rd Century AD to 4 th Century AD Dimensions: 2.625" (6.7cm) high x 2.5" (6.4cm) wide Collection: Classical Style: Blown Glass Medium: Glass   « Less

Kashan Lustre Bowl - AMD.84, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1200 AD to 1300 AD, Dimensions: 1.1" (2.8cm) high x 8.4" (21.3cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Kashan,  More »

Kashan Lustre Bowl - AMD.84, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1200 AD to 1300 AD, Dimensions: 1.1" (2.8cm) high x 8.4" (21.3cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Kashan, Medium: Fritware.   « Less

Nishapur 'Buffware' Bowl - AMD.85, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 900 AD to 1000 AD, Dimensions: 3.5" (8.9cm) high x 8.4" (21.3cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style:  More »

Nishapur 'Buffware' Bowl - AMD.85, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 900 AD to 1000 AD, Dimensions: 3.5" (8.9cm) high x 8.4" (21.3cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Nishapur Ware, Medium: Buff Earthenware. These early Islamic polychrome wares are among the most extraordinary of medieval ceramics, particularly for the verve and animation of the abstract designs they display and the vibrancy of their bold colors. From the lack of significant discoveries elsewhere it would appear that the so called Nishapur “Buff" or Polychrome Wares are specifically attributable to Nishapur. Very few such wares have been discovered elsewhere and the designs of those that have been found are very limited. The artistry reveals some influence of early monochrome luster painted pottery. This type is characterized by the yellow colored ground slip over which the dense decoration is painted in polychrome.   « Less

Bamiyan Glazed Bowl - AMD.86, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1100 AD to 1300 AD, Dimensions: 3.3" (8.4cm) high x 6.5" (16.5cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Bamiyan,  More »

Bamiyan Glazed Bowl - AMD.86, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1100 AD to 1300 AD, Dimensions: 3.3" (8.4cm) high x 6.5" (16.5cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Bamiyan, Medium: Fritware. These Turquoise glazed molded wares form a distinct group of pottery, unified by their fabric, shapes, techniques of making and decorating and their motifs. These wares are made in molds many examples of which have been excavated at very well preserved sites complete with intact kilns. They show ornament in relief on the interior of small bowls. During the manufacturing process, the bowls were generally stacked on tripods which usually left distinctive scars on the inside of the bowls. What distinguishes this bowl is the lack of any such marks and the decorative and structural perfection of this piece. This bowl is decorated with the image of a stylized lion or similar wild cat. He has a fearsome face and is clearly roaring. A powerful paw extends beneath him and propels him around the bowl. One can also clearly make out his rear leg and tail. Where the first lion ends the same image is repeated across the second half of the bowl. The top edge of the bowl is decorated with strikes of purple glaze.   « Less

Kashan Lustre Jar - AMD.87, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1100 AD to 1400 AD, Dimensions: 7.2" (18.3cm) high x 3.9" (9.9cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Kashan,  More »

Kashan Lustre Jar - AMD.87, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1100 AD to 1400 AD, Dimensions: 7.2" (18.3cm) high x 3.9" (9.9cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Kashan, Medium: Lustreware.   « Less

Sultanabad Glazed Bowl - AMD.96, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1200 AD to 1300 AD, Dimensions: 2.5" (6.4cm) high x 6.5" (16.5cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style:  More »

Sultanabad Glazed Bowl - AMD.96, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1200 AD to 1300 AD, Dimensions: 2.5" (6.4cm) high x 6.5" (16.5cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Sultanabad, Medium: Fritware/Composite. This extraordinary bowl characterizes Sultanabad wares in every way. Its shape is exquisitely bowl like, a thicker (and often they are more angular than pre-Mongol pieces). We see here the loose spotted and speckled painting, the jumbled background of turquoise, blue and white colored foliage against a stone grey shaded backdrop. The crème in relief is the color of the fritware itself, beneath the glaze A charming and authentic characteristic seen repeatedly in this genre, the thick glaze has a tendency for decay. Fortunately this example of the genre is wonderfully preserved and the colors have withstood the tribulations of time.   « Less

Sultanabad Glazed Bowl - AMD.133, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1200 AD to 1300 AD, Dimensions: 3.7" (9.4cm) high x 8.2" (20.8cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style:  More »

Sultanabad Glazed Bowl - AMD.133, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1200 AD to 1300 AD, Dimensions: 3.7" (9.4cm) high x 8.2" (20.8cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Sultanabad, Medium: Fritware/Composite. This extraordinary bowl characterizes Sultanabad wares in every way. Its shape is exquisitely bowl like, a thicker (and often they are more angular than pre-Mongol pieces). We see here the loose spotted and speckled painting, the jumbled background of turquoise colored foliage against a cobalt blue backdrop, that give the effect of bush or thicket at the center of the piece and form the background for the central figure, in this case a prancing deer, to escape into, fleeing from a herd of noble Mongol hunters just out of sight. Around the center portrait the painter has drawn a symphony of flowing design and color executed in blue, black and the crème in relief which is the color of the fritware itself, beneath the glaze.   « Less

Glazed Pottery Bowl - AMD.134, Origin: Central Asia, Dimensions: 3.5" (8.9cm) high x 7.5" (19.1cm) wide Collection: Islamic Art, Medium: Glazed Pottery.

Glazed Pottery Bowl - AMD.134, Origin: Central Asia, Dimensions: 3.5" (8.9cm) high x 7.5" (19.1cm) wide Collection: Islamic Art, Medium: Glazed Pottery.   « Less