Publication Date
End of the sixth century - beginning of the seventh century AH / end of the twelfth century - beginning of the thirteenth century AD
Publication Place
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Rietberg Museum
Subject
Stoneware. Turquoise glazing and decoration were painted on and above the glazed surface
Type
Other
Language
Undetermined
Digital
Yes
Manuscript
No
Physical Dimensions
الارتفاع: 9.1 سم، القطر: 19.5 سم
Library
Museum With No Frontiers
Library Asset ID
2007,73
Record ID
object;EPM;sw;Mus21;23;ar
Library Location
Rietberg Museum
Date
End of the sixth century - beginning of the seventh century AH / end of the twelfth century - beginning of the thirteenth century AD
Notes
The bowl shows the characteristics of polychrome decoration painted on and over the glaze, which is sometimes expertly finished by partial gilding after the second firing. This technique is known as minai, which is the Persian word for enamel. The term "seven colors" (Persian haft rang) is also used as an alternative. On the base of the bowl appears a depiction of a crowned ruler sitting with crossed legs on a low throne with a backrest. At his side, he is accompanied by two attendants who are traditionally interpreted as ministers or advisors. Two peacocks, arranged symmetrically, occupy the free area at the top and bottom of the pictorial group, symbolizing the magnificence of the ruler. Meanwhile, the wall of the bowl shows twelve seated men, some with distinctive features such as hawks and drums while others appear engaged in conversation. Court entertainment such as music, poetry recital, drinking, and hunting were part of the classical pictorial features of the court from the 7th century. These icons were not only present in Iran, but throughout the entire Islamic world and further influenced secular Christian art in the Mediterranean region.
Sample Text
Axel Langer “Vase” in Discover Islamic Art Collections. Museum Without Borders, 2026. https://islamicart.museumwnf.org/database_item.php?id=object;EPM;sw;Mus21;23;ar
