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<strong>Fritware </strong><br><br>Where fine clay was unavailable, potters made a paste out of ground quartz, clay, and glass. When fired, the paste created a compact white material called fritware that approximated the appearance of porcelain.
| Artist / Maker | Seljuk Iran, Rayy, or Syria, Raqqa |
|---|---|
| Date | 1200s |
| Culture / Origin | Seljuk Iran, Rayy, or Syria, Raqqa |
| Medium | fritware with luster-painted design |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 32.4 cm (12 3/4 in.) |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Type | Ceramic |
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