Tile
early 14th century (made)
Half of a tile in the shape of an eight-pointed star (only 4 points left), fritware. The central field is decorated with a floral pattern in golden-brown lustre, and around the edge is a border inscription in cursive script, in lustre and blue. Made in Iran (Kashan), early 14th century.
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Brief description | Half of a tile in the shape of an eight-pointed star (only 4 points left), fritware. The central field is decorated with a floral pattern in golden-brown lustre, and around the edge is a border inscription in cursive script, in lustre and blue. Made in Iran (Kashan), early 14th century. |
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Accession number | 509C-1888 |
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Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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