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Large Dish with Artichokes
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Ceramic vessels and tiles produced in Iznik, Turkey, for the Ottoman court in Istanbul represented the finest Islamic ceramics. Floral and vegetal motifs are a hallmark of Iznik pottery. The center of this dish is covered in a dynamic artichoke motif interwoven with rosettes and serrated <em>saz</em> leaves. The artichoke design was likely inspired by luxury Italian textiles imported into the Ottoman court. The dish represents a high point of Ottoman art during the reign of Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent (1520–66) in which European, Persian, Chinese, and Egyptian influences contributed to a distinct artistic language.
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, Ottoman period (1299–1922) |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 1535–40 |
| Culture / Origin | Turkey, Iznik, Ottoman period (1299–1922) |
| Medium | fritware with underglaze-painted design |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 36.4 cm (14 5/16 in.); Overall: 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in.) |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Type | Ceramic |
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