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An earthenware tile from Damascus, Syria

Object No. A9636-16/1

Tile (1 of 2), part of collection, earthenware / glaze, maker unknown, Damascus, Syria, 1550-1600

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Summary

Physical Description

Tile (one of a pair), earthenware, maker unknown, Damascus, Syria, 1550-1600 Square buff tile, one of a pair, made of earthenware. One side is glazed with a floral geometric design in blue, turquoise and aubergine against a cream background.

DIMENSIONS

Height

270 mm

Width

276 mm

Depth

20 mm

PRODUCTION

Notes

This tile was made in Damascus, Syria around 1550-1600.

SOURCE

Acquisition Date

13 December 1983

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