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Written by: Seda KayaResearcher · Islamic & Ottoman Arts
Ceramics & Glass · Catalogue no. 8848
Anonymous, Ilkhanid period (1256–1353)Ceramic dish with deer, phoenix, and lotus blossoms
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byCleveland Museum of Art
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The design of a flying phoenix on the rim was frequently represented on vessels and tilework of this period. The motif was derived from China, most likely transmitted on prestigious silk textiles.
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, Ilkhanid period (1256–1353) |
|---|---|
| Date | 1300–1350 |
| Culture / Origin | Iran, probably Sultanabad, Ilkhanid period (1256–1353) |
| Medium | Fritware with underglaze-painted design, Sultanabad ware |
| Dimensions | Overall: 7 x 32.6 cm (2 3/4 x 12 13/16 in.) |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Type | Ceramic |
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