Lot 157. An Iznik pottery dish, Ottoman Turkey, 17th century. Estimate £1,500 - £2,500 ($2,133 - $3,555). Price Realized £2,250 ($3,200). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016

With sloping rim on short foot, the white ground decorated in cobalt-blue, bole-red, green and black with a floral spray comprising tulips, carnations, palmettes and saz leaves issuing from long swaying branches, the rim with wave-and-rock motif, the exterior with alternating green and blue motifs, foot chipped and drilled, intact; 12 1/8in. (30.7cm.) diam.

Christie's. ART OF THE ISLAMIC & INDIAN WORLDS, 21 April 2016, London, King Street