22nd Apr, 2026 12:00
Arts of India and the Islamic Lands
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A KASHAN COPPER LUSTRE AND COBALT-BLUE GLAZED POTTERY BOWL
Kashan Iran, 13th century
A KASHAN COPPER LUSTRE AND COBALT-BLUE GLAZED POTTERY BOWL
Kashan Iran, 13th century
This piece has a rounded conical shape, fritware body, featuring alternating segments of cobalt blue and cream on the interior, each adorned with simple motifs. The exterior is painted in cobalt blue, complimented by a band of naskh inscription. Kashan lustre pottery, particularly from the 12th and 13th centuries, is known for its metallic sheen, usually in hues of gold, copper, or bronze, applied over a vivid cobalt blue background.
6.5cm high, 16.5cm diameter
Estimated at £400 - £600
A KASHAN COPPER LUSTRE AND COBALT-BLUE GLAZED POTTERY BOWL
Kashan Iran, 13th century
This piece has a rounded conical shape, fritware body, featuring alternating segments of cobalt blue and cream on the interior, each adorned with simple motifs. The exterior is painted in cobalt blue, complimented by a band of naskh inscription. Kashan lustre pottery, particularly from the 12th and 13th centuries, is known for its metallic sheen, usually in hues of gold, copper, or bronze, applied over a vivid cobalt blue background.
6.5cm high, 16.5cm diameter
Auction: Arts of India and the Islamic Lands, 22nd Apr, 2026
We are excited to present our Islamic and Indian Art Auction.
The sale brings together a remarkable collection of rare textiles, lacquerwear, woodwork, manuscripts and more. Featuring a 13th century bronze Ayyubid candlestick (lot 29), a monumental Indian silver-overlaid wooden footstool (lot 140) and an Ottoman calligraphic silk lampas panel from the inner covering of the Ka’ba (lot 166).
One further unmissable highlight is the beautifully enamelled 18 carat gold pocket watch by Breguet et Fils, produced for the Ottoman market (lot 148). We are delighted also to present further pieces from the collection of Mr Georges Antaki in this auction, which promises something of interest for all collectors interested in Islamic and Indian art.
Sale date(s) & Start time:
22 Apr 2026 12:00 BST
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