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Bowl: C.14-2016

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Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Production: Unknown

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Description

Fritware bowl. Covered in a turquoise (copper) glaze, with piercings through the body to give translucent areas.

Notes

History note: Bought by Shakeshaft from Ian Auld's shop, Camden Passage, Islington, 1st June 1973

Legal notes

Bequeathed by John Shakeshaft

Place(s) associated

  • Kashan ⪼ Iran

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

12th Century, Late-13th Century
1150 CE - 1250 CE

School or Style

Kashan

Materials used in production

turquoise Glaze
Fritware

Techniques used in production

Glazing
Piercing

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Identification numbers

Accession number: C.14-2016
Primary reference Number: 207657
Sale catalogue photo number: K238
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Audit data

Created: Tuesday 19 January 2016 Updated: Wednesday 4 March 2020 Last processed: Monday 18 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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