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Lusterware Plate

Artist Unknown

CulturePersian

Date12th century A.D.-13th century A.D.

MediumCeramic | Lusterware

DimensionsOverall: 13 in. (33 cm)

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number71.583

Collections

Asian Art

On View

Chrysler Museum of Art, Gallery 107

DescriptionLusterware plate. Wide rimmed plate with complex designs painted in luster. Center bottom has two figures on horseback flanking and a checkerboard tree at center. Exterior has luster linear designs in rectangular panels. Bottom has Sanskirt inscription in similar luster paint as rest of piece.