Tile Fragment, 12th–13th century, Excavated in Iran, Nishapur, Stonepaste; carved decoration under opaque monochrome glaze

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Tile Fragment, 12th–13th century, Excavated in Iran, Nishapur, Stonepaste; carved decoration under opaque monochrome glaze, H. 12 in. ( cm), Ceramics-Tiles, The carved decoration of this glazed wall tile found in a surface survey near the eastern Iranian city of Nishapur consists of a band of Arabic calligraphy set against a background of scrolling vines. The sense of foreground and background in the inscription is achieved through the varying levels at which the letters and vegetal motifs are carved

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Size: 3435px × 3633px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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