Imitation Bichrome Luster Bowl
The decoration of this bowl imitates a type of luster ceramic usually dated to the mid- to late ninth century, characterized by the use of two shades of a brownish-gold glaze. Instead of being made with the metal-based glaze of luster ware, though, this bowl is decorated with brown and yellow glazes made of diluted clay. Its interior is divided into quarters by projecting vertical strokes; each quadrant is decorated with the "peacock-eye" pattern so common on luster wares of this period.
Artwork Details
- Title: Imitation Bichrome Luster Bowl
- Date: 9th century
- Geography: Excavated in Iran, Nishapur
- Medium: Earthenware; white slip with polychrome slip decoration under transparent glaze
- Dimensions: H. 2 7/16 in. (6.2 cm)
Diam. 8 1/8 in. (20.6 cm) - Classification: Ceramics
- Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1938
- Object Number: 38.40.135
- Curatorial Department: Islamic Art
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