Publication Date
Late sixth century - beginning of the seventh century AH / late twelfth century - beginning of the thirteenth century AD
Publication Place
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Museum of Arts and Crafts (MKG)
Subject
Enamel vessels, ceramic vessels, paint (gold and other pigments)
Type
Other
Language
Undetermined
Digital
Yes
Manuscript
No
Physical Dimensions
الارتفاع : 6.5 سم ، القطر : 15 سم
Library
Museum With No Frontiers
Library Asset ID
1961.13
Record ID
object;EPM;de;Mus21;22;ar
Library Location
Museum of Arts and Crafts (MKG)
Date
Late sixth century - beginning of the seventh century AH / late twelfth century - beginning of the thirteenth century AD
Notes
This bowl is made using the enamel technique which was developed by the potters of Kashan and was very popular in the 12th century. Enamel vessels are known for using colored pigments under glass. Like many vessels made during this period, the bowl is lightly colored, gilded over the glaze, and has been fired several times. The inside of the bowl is decorated with two figures dancing around a small flowering tree, with their items flying on their heads. The edge of the bowl is engraved with Kufi script, wishing the owner happiness. The colorful image resembles miniature paintings of this era and is reminiscent of the life of the ruler and the cultural events of the region and may refer to Nowruz, the Iranian New Year.
Sample Text
“A bowl with two dancing girls, a flowering tree and bands of engraving” within Discover the collections of Islamic art. Museum Without Borders, 2026. https://islamicart.museumwnf.org/database_item.php?id=object;EPM;de;Mus21;22;ar
