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Near East, Persia (Iran), Nishapur area, ca. late 10th century to early 13th century CE. A pottery oil lamp in the distinctive Nishapur style covered in beautifully iridescent blue-green glaze. The pinched top bowl, with its narrow spout for a wick, sits atop a long, thin neck over a lower bowl with a slightly raised rim. A thin, strap handle descends from top to bottom. The body of this lamp and others of its style is made of finely ground quartz mixed with clay; this created a white surface on which the artists could paint designs directly. The glaze is alkaline, with a copper base to give it its color, and would be poured over the clay. Size: 3.1" Diameter x 2.4" H (7.9 cm x 6.1 cm)

Provenance: ex-Nancy and Dr. E.F. Simpson collection, Los Angeles, California, USA, acquired from 1970 to 2000; ex-I.M. Chait Gallery, Los Angeles, California, USA; ex-private Los Angeles, California, USA collection

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#171788

Professional restoration to handle, left side of rim, and small area of base. Minor chipping to rim and along break line on handle. Expected surface wear as shown. Otherwise, very nice with great iridescence and lovely craquelure.