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An Ottoman Empire Damascus square tile late 16th century

Offered by: Wick Antiques LTD

Description
An Ottoman Empire Damascus square tile, late 16th century, the glazed fritware body painted in underglaze green, blue, turquoise and black with four lobed medallions and four split palmettes centred on an eight-pointed floral star, mounted. Syrian.

Provenance: Property of a private European collector.

Footnote: This design is based on an Iznik prototype seen in the Sulemaniye Mosque, Istanbul completed in 1557.

More Information

Origin:	Syria
Period:	Pre 18th Century
Materials:	Ceramics
Condition:	Good. Good
Creation Date:	Late 16th Century
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	mbtkamjclkvl
Incollect Reference #:	426501

Dimensions

W.	10 in;	H.	10.5 in;	D.	0.1 in;
W.	25.4 cm;	H.	26.67 cm;	D.	0.25 cm;

Message from Seller:

Wick Antiques, established by Charles Wallrock in the early 1980s, specializes in fine antiques with a reputation built on extensive knowledge and long-standing relationships, including with Harrods. Contact Charles at 44.159.067.7558 or via email at charles@wickantiques.co.uk for exceptional pieces curated by a team with expertise in Islamic, Japanese, and fine works of art.