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By the ninth century, ceramics, more easily transported by sea than overland, had become one of China’s primary exports. The color and decoration on this bowl reflect Iranian interest in re-creating China’s dramatic three-color, or sancai, wares.
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Title: Bowl
Date: 9th–10th century
Geography: Excavated in Iran, Nishapur. Attributed to Iran, Nishapur
Medium: Earthenware; decoration in black with touches of yellow and green
Dimensions:
H. 2 15/16 in. (7.5 cm)
Diam. Top: 7 5/16 in. (18.5 cm)
Diam. Base: 3 7/16 in. (8.8 cm)
Classification: Ceramics
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1940
Accession Number: 40.170.22
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