Plate
17th century (made)
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Plate of fritware, with Kraak-type decoration painted in cobalt blue under a clear glaze. In the central medallion, a semi-circular platform of flattened rocks provides a base for a small screen, a willow and small flowers. Above is a cloud filled with elements of reeds and a balustrade. Surrounding this are six large panels with an artemisia leaf and ribbons, separated by six smaller panels with hanging ribbons. The outside is divided into six plain panels with circles in the shape of a cross. Imitation Chinese "tassel" mark in blue.
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Materials and techniques | Fritware painted in underglaze blue |
Brief description | Plate, fritware painted in underglaze blue, Iran, 17th century |
Physical description | Plate of fritware, with Kraak-type decoration painted in cobalt blue under a clear glaze. In the central medallion, a semi-circular platform of flattened rocks provides a base for a small screen, a willow and small flowers. Above is a cloud filled with elements of reeds and a balustrade. Surrounding this are six large panels with an artemisia leaf and ribbons, separated by six smaller panels with hanging ribbons. The outside is divided into six plain panels with circles in the shape of a cross. Imitation Chinese "tassel" mark in blue. |
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Accession number | 2718-1876 |
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Record created | March 24, 2009 |
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