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Plate

late 14th–early 15th century
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 307
Much early Manisan lusterware was influenced by Islamic designs introduced from Andalucía by immigrant Mudéjar or converted Muslim craftsmen. The central design of this plate is a typical Islamic interlocking star pattern, surrounded by Kufic and pseudo-Kufic script. The back of the plate is emblazoned with a large eagle displayed.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Plate
  • Date: late 14th–early 15th century
  • Geography: Made in probably Manises, Valencia, Spain
  • Culture: Spanish
  • Medium: Tin-glazed earthenware
  • Dimensions: Overall: 2 3/4 x 17 11/16 in. (7 x 44.9 cm)
  • Classification: Ceramics
  • Credit Line: The Cloisters Collection, 1956
  • Object Number: 56.171.161
  • Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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