Plate

mid-17th century

The Islamic-style floral decoration on this tin-glazed earthenware derives from Turkish Iznik wares. Padua was the primary center for Iznik-inspired ceramics.

Maiolica

1 5/16 x 12 1/4 in. (3.4 x 31.1cm)

Eugene Fuller Memorial Collection

57.52

Provenance: [David Benzaria, New York, by 1957]; purchased from Mr. Benzaria by Seattle Art Museum, January 4, 1957

Not currently on view

Resources

Published ReferencesCox, W.E. Pott. & Porc. (1944), I, pp. 348, 349

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