Author
Unknown
Publication Date
1260
Publication Place
Kashan (made) -
Subject
Phoenix Lotus Flowers
Type
Other
Language
Undetermined
Digital
Yes
Manuscript
No
Physical Dimensions
Diameter: 17.5cm, Height: 7.3cm
Library
Victoria and Albert Museum
Library Asset ID
C.723-1909
Record ID
C.723-1909
Library Location
Middle East Section
Date
1260
Notes
The pattern on this bowl is based on the Chinese motif of a flying phoenix shown against flowering lotuses. This motif was used in a variety of materials, including textiles and lacquer. The white circle framing the bird resembles the plain mouldings found in metalwork, and a bowl of gold or silver was probably the original inspiration for this piece. The invasions of Iran by pagan Mongols under Genghis Khan (ruled 1206â1227) brought devastation and disruption, especially in the east. However, they were followed by a period of increasing prosperity. The unification of much of Asia under Mongol rule caused a boom in international trade and the cross-cultural influences seen in this bowl.
Malzemeler ve teknikler
Earthenware painted in white slip and black on a grey slip ground Earthenware Slip Painting
Fiziksel açıklama
Earthenware bowl, painted in white slip and black on a grey slip ground, with a depiction of a flying phoenix against flowering lotuses.
Üretim
Formerly attributed to Sultanabad region.
Üslup
Islamic
