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Wall Tile, Iran, Kashan, Ilkhanid period (1256-1353), 1300s

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Record status

Individual type · partial

Period

1300s

Cleveland Museum of Art object 1915.638: Wall Tile, 1300s. Iran, Kashan, Ilkhanid period (1256-1353). Fritware with luster-painted design; diameter: 18.5 cm (7 5/16 in.). Details are those of this museum object; how far it represents a wider type has not been independently verified.

Evidence at a glance

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Historical context

This blue and brown luster tile in a 6-point star shape has a border with an inscription.

Physical characteristics

Materials
fritware with luster-painted design
Dimensions
Diameter: 18.5 cm (7 5/16 in.)
Measurements
Diameter: 18.5 cm (7 5/16 in.)
Material and technique
fritware with luster-painted design

Identification

Date recorded
1300s
Culture period
Iran, Kashan, Ilkhanid period (1256-1353)
Museum attribution
Iran, Kashan, Ilkhanid period (1256-1353)
Museum object name
Ceramic
Holding institution
Cleveland Museum of Art
Museum object number
1915.638

Catalogue references

No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.

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