Fragment of tile with molded lustre and cobalt decoration Siliceous paste with molded and painted decoration in metallic lustre and cobalt Iran, Kashan, 13th - 14th century, Ilkhanid period 17 x 16 x 4 cm This siliceous ceramic tile with molded and painted metallic lustre decoration is accented with cobalt and turquoise. It features an inscription in relief on a background of foliage and palmettes. A fragment of a tile with similar decoration is preserved in the Louvre (MAO 2121). Expert : Mr Alexis RENARD

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