Figurine of a Bovine

12th century

Not on view

The relatively simple and unadorned style of Syrian figurines, as well as their often iridized and whitened glaze, could not be “improved” by early twentieth-century restorers. Objects like this figurine did not meet the taste of collectors to the same extent as the more extravagant Iranian works (whether medieval or modern). As a result, fewer Syrian figurines are present in today’s collections and displays, and their cultural background needs more research.

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Title: Figurine of a Bovine
Date: 12th century
Geography: Attributed to Syria, Raqqa
Medium: Stonepaste; transparent turquoise glaze (iridized)
Dimensions: Ht. 3 1/8 in. (7.9 cm)
W. 3 5/16 in. (8.4 cm)
D. 1 5/8 in. (4.1 cm)
Wt. 3.4 oz. (96.4 g)
Classification: Ceramics
Credit Line: Theodore M. Davis Collection, Bequest of Theodore M. Davis, 1915
Object Number: 30.95.153
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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