Fragment of an Open Vessel with Blue on White Motif

Art Historical Context

This exquisite fragment from an open vessel hails from the 9th century a golden era of Islamic art during the Abbasid Caliphate. Crafted earthenware and adorned with a blue-on-white motif, it early advancements in ceramic production across the Islamic world, likely originating from production centers like Basra in-day Iraq. Such vessels were everyday yet luxurious items, used for serving food and drink, and their fragments offer a window into vibrant trade networks spanning the Middle East, Central Asia, and beyond. The standout technique here is in-glaze painting in blue on an opaque white g...