Inkstand
Artist
Unknown
CulturePersian
Date12th century
MediumCeramic
DimensionsOverall: 2 1/4 x 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 in. (5.7 x 6.4 x 6.4 cm)
Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.
Object number71.337
Not on view
DescriptionPink/buff pottery inkstand with a turquoise glaze. Square piece has four separate compartments each with a round hole at top. Glazed unevenly toward bottom edge; bottom flat, unglazed. Has a narrow hollowed out section in center to reduce thickness. Flower center top, small medallions separate each compartment on top; incised floral motifs collect glaze on sides. Hatched coil edges on all sides.