Islamic Lustreware Bowl with Calligraphic Border & Figural Decoration

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Islamic Lustreware Bowl with Calligraphic Border & Figural Decoration:
$25000.00

An exceptional Islamic lustreware bowl featuring intricate metallic lustre decoration on a cream-glazed earthenware body. The interior is richly ornamented with concentric bands of decoration, including a central seated figural motif surrounded by scrolling vegetal arabesques, stylized animals, and an outer border of elegant Arabic calligraphy. The warm golden-brown lustre against the pale ground is characteristic of the celebrated Islamic lustre ceramic tradition.

This striking bowl reflects the sophisticated artistic achievements of medieval Islamic potters, particularly those associated with Middle Eastern areas where lustre-painted ceramics flourished between the 10th and 13th centuries. The combination of figural imagery, flowing arabesques, and Kufic-inspired calligraphy creates an impressive display piece suitable for collectors of Islamic art, Middle Eastern antiques, or museum-quality pieces

The bowl displays a wide shallow form with a gently flared rim and beautifully balanced decorative program. Whether displayed on a stand, incorporated into a collection, or used as a scholarly reference piece, it makes an impressive visual statement.

Features

Islamic lustreware bowl
Metallic golden-brown lustre decoration
Cream glazed ceramic body
Central seated figural scene
Surrounding bands of stylized animals and floral arabesques
Decorative Arabic calligraphic border around the rim
Shallow circular form
Excellent display piece for collectors of Islamic or Middle Eastern art