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Equestrian Hero on Prancing Steed with Calligraphic and Floral Motifs on a Bowl
Equestrian Hero on Prancing Steed with Calligraphic and Floral Motifs on a Bowl

Equestrian Hero on Prancing Steed with Calligraphic and Floral Motifs on a Bowl

Date10th century
Geographic OriginNishapur, Iran
MediumBuff clay body with dark brown slip and yellow, green and clear glazes
DimensionsOverall: H 2 3/4 x Diam 8 5/8 in. (H 7 x Diam 21.9 cm)
Credit LineBequest of Adelaide Kauffman, 2008
Object number2008.1.19
On View
On view
Object NameBowl
Title Details
Label Caption Title Equestrian Hero on Prancing Steed with Calligraphic and Floral Motifs on a Bowl
InscriptionsInscribed: Blessings (barak)Exhibition History"Wondrous Worlds: Art & Islam through Time & Place", Newark Museum, Newark, New Jersey (February 12 - May 15, 2016).

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