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Bowl: C.13-2016

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Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Production: Unknown

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Description

Earthenware bowl, much restored. White slip over buff body, with abstract decoration in black. Covered with a clear glaze.

Notes

History note: Bought by Shakeshaft from Westbourne Galleries, 12th December 1964

Legal notes

Bequeathed by John Shakeshaft

Place(s) associated

  • Nishapur ⪼ Iran

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (2016) by Shakeshaft, John, Dr

Dating

10th Century
900 CE - 999 CE

School or Style

Samanid

Materials used in production

Slip coating
Glaze
Earthenware

Techniques used in production

Decoration (process)
Glazing
Slip coating

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Identification numbers

Accession number: C.13-2016
Primary reference Number: 207656
Sale catalogue photo number: K462
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Audit data

Created: Tuesday 19 January 2016 Updated: Wednesday 4 March 2020 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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