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Bowl

900s

Iran, Nishapur, Samanid Period, 10th Century

Medium
earthenware with underglaze slip-painted decoration
Measurements
Overall: 11.5 x 28 cm (4 1/2 x 11 in.)
Credit Line
Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund 1956.225
Public Domain
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Location
Not on view
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Did You Know?

The spiral marks on the bowl's exterior and the symmetry indicate that it was shaped by throwing clay on a wheel.

Description

The red earthenware body of this bowl is covered with buff slip, excluding the foot ring. A stylized bird, ornamental motifs, and border designs were done in purplish-brown, red, green, and yellow under a colorless clear glaze.

Bowl

900s

Iran, Nishapur, Samanid Period, 10th Century

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