Bowl, reddish clay and white slip of the bowl have underglazed decorations drawn in dark brown and stained yellow. Wedge-like signs, form a single line in the centre. On the side, three large arcs separated by three vertical frames, all filled with peacock’s eyes.
AKM745, Bowl with Decoration under a Yellowish Glaze

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Bowl with Decoration under a Yellowish Glaze
  • Accession Number:AKM745
  • Place:Iran, Nishapur
  • Dimensions:11.1 x 37.8 cm
  • Date:late 10th to early 11th century
  • Materials and Technique:Earthenware, white slip with black decoration under a yellowish glaze

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