In the complex and varied world of Islamic art ceramics play an important role. Medieval Persian ceramics, in particular, were extraordinary for their technical

A beautifully illustrated showcase of the rich and varied ceramic tradition of Iran Featuring a broad selection of objects from one of the most distinguished co

An accessible survey of Persian ceramics

The cultures of pre-Islamic Iran gave birth to a distinctive tradition of fine ceramics that spanned at least 5000 years, from the Neolithic period to the time

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