Bowl with Enthroned Figure and Horsemen

late 12th–early 13th century

Not on view

The enthroned ruler is a favorite theme in late Seljuq and post-Seljuq art. Surrounding him here are attendants and horsemen hunting with falcons and trained cheetahs—imagery associated with kingship and aimed at augmenting its potency. Peacocks were also considered regal because of the astral symbolism of their feathers’ “eyes” and were commonplace in royal gardens due to their presumed presence in Paradise. A popular belief associating rulers with blessings may explain the appeal of such imagery on objects used beyond the realm of the court.

Artwork Details

Title: Bowl with Enthroned Figure and Horsemen
Date: late 12th–early 13th century
Geography: Country of Origin Iran
Medium: Stonepaste; glazed in opaque white, overglaze-painted
Dimensions: H. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm)
Diam. 7 7/8 in. (20 cm)
Wt. 12.9 oz. (365.8 g)
Classification: Ceramics
Credit Line: Purchase, Rogers Fund, and Gift of The Schiff Foundation, 1957
Object Number: 57.36.3
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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