Imitation Celadon Bowl with Fish
14th century
Description
By uniting East and West Asia for almost a century, the Mongol Empire allowed for active trade along the major routes. Iranian potters successfully imitated various types of East Asian ceramics. Here a pale greenish glaze covers a fritware dish, emulating, at least in appearance, Chinese celadon wares.
Dimensions
D. 6 x Dia. 22 cm (2 3/8 x 8 11/16 in.)
Provenance
H. Kevorkian, New York, NY, (by 1932), gift; to Fogg Art Museum, 1932.
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