Lot 377. An Iznik pottery dish, Ottoman Turkey, circa 1580. Estimate £7,000 - £10,000 ($10,038 - $14,340). Price Realized £7,500 ($10,665). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016

Of circular form on short ring foot, with sloping rim, the finely painted decoration with a bouquet of carnations and blue serrated leaves encompassing tulips, the rim with paired tulips alternating with rosettes, the reverse with stylised floral buds, drilled at top, old collection labels to front and reverse, areas of restoration; 12 ¼in. (31.3cm.) diam.

Christie's. ARTS & TEXTILES OF THE ISLAMIC & INDIAN WORLDS, 22 April 2016, London, South Kensington