Tile Fragment with Figure in a Niche

Tile Fragment with Figure in a Niche

Ilkhanid dynasty (1256–1353), late 13th/early 14th century · Persia

Lusterware, fritware molded and painted in luster and blue over an opaque white glaze

Art Institute of Chicago · Medieval (500–1500) · CC0 · Gift of Mrs. Joseph L. Valentine

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