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Bowl
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A long-legged bird, possibly a crane, is surrounded by flowers on the inside of the bowl. The rim is encircled by a band of undulating stems and flowers in red, deep blue, turquoise-green, white, and dull green-gray. The exterior features only the crackle glaze.
| Artist / Maker | Iran, Safavid period (1501–1722) |
|---|---|
| Date | early 1600s |
| Culture / Origin | Iran, Safavid period (1501–1722) |
| Medium | Fritware with underglaze design in colored slips, Kubachi ware |
| Dimensions | Overall: 8.4 x 35.6 cm (3 5/16 x 14 in.) |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Type | Ceramic |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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