Tile
early 14th century (made)
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Rectangular tile, fritware, decorated with a moulded inscription (probably from the Qur’an), painted in cobalt blue; the background is painted in golden-brown lustre, with a decoration of scrolling palmettes left in reserve. Made in Iran, probably Kashan, early 14th century.
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| Brief description | Rectangular tile, fritware, decorated with a moulded inscription (probably from the Qur’an), painted in cobalt blue; the background is painted in golden-brown lustre, with a decoration of scrolling palmettes left in reserve. Made in Iran, probably Kashan, early 14th century. |
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| Accession number | 1520-1876 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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