Large Ceramic Bowl with Bird Depiction, Nishapur, Persia, 10th century. Photo AUCTIONATA

Earthenware. Black decoration on white slip. Widely extended form. Diameter: 38.5 cm; height: 12 cm. Estimation : 3 200 € / 4 000 €

Provenance: British private collection

This large ceramic bowl comes from Nishapur, Persia, and dates from the 10th century. It has a wide shape and a black decoration on white slip. The bird depiction in the center is surrounded by a inscription band and an accentuated edge. The bowl is visually in good, yet restored condition. There is a crack, which emanates from the edge. The diameter of the bowl is 38.5 cm, and the height is 12 cm.

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