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Lustre-painted Ewer in Bird-shape
| Collection number | 陶112-0527 |
|---|---|
| Provenance | Central Iran |
| Period | Seljuk period |
| Date | Early 13th Century CE |
| Material | Stonepaste |
| Dimension | H. 24.4 cm |
| Comment | Lusterware, during its prime time, is known for coloring that looks as if it were gold painting. A closer look reveals lusterware’s unique reddish iridescence. This work is characterized by the smooth teardrop shape, soft white color from the tin glaze, and beautiful coloring of lusterware. The beautifully-colored patterns also feature fine craftsmanship such as the use of sgraffito on luster pigments and negative patterns created by blotting out. |
| Classification | glazed pottery |
| Keyword | Gold,White Beautiful,Gorgeous Western Asia,Iran,Cental Clay,Glazed pottery,Stonepaste Vessel,Jug/Pitcher,Vessel,Handled/Lugged vessel,Handled,Vessel,Based/Legged vessel,Based Letter,Arabic,Pseudo-inscription,Plant,Leaf/Vine,Creature,Bird |