Bowl with Tree and Fish-Pond Motif 13th/14th century

This 13th/14th century ceramic bowl from the Ilkhanid period in Persia features a unique design of a tree and fish pond. The bowl's surface is decorated with white slip on a buff ground, and the motifs are painted in cobalt blue and turquoise. The central motif depicts a stylized tree with a fish pond below, surrounded by stylized animals. The rim is decorated with three bands of floral scrollwork. This bowl is an excellent example of the intricate craftsmanship and artistry of the Ilkhanid period. The bowl's design and execution suggest a refined and sophisticated aesthetic.