Islamic Bowls, circa 12th - 13 the Century A.D. Two beautiful bowls painted in turquoise glaze with black lines design. The bowls are supported by a foot formed ring. The interior is blue glazed with five black/green lines, exterior has glaze that is not applied to the entire bowl and has an iridescent glow. Dimensions: 2-1/2" H x 5" Dia. ; Weight; 14.5 oz. (both) Provenance: Ex. Private collection, New York, NY Black painted ceramics with blue under-glaze are traditionally attributed to the site of Raqqa which has provided a large number of related ceramics. This northern Syrian caravan city was a major production center for terracotta vessels under the Ayyubids, until being conquered by the Mongols in 1259. Remains of pottery firing debris have been discovered, proving, in a somewhat unique way, the activity which was practiced there.

Intact with crazing in glaze and wear.