Bowl with Birds Ilkhanid dynasty (1256–1353), late 13th/early 14th century

This "Bowl with Birds" is a fine example of Ilkhanid ceramic art from the late 13th/early 14th century. The bowl is decorated in a distinctive style using a white slip (a liquid clay) over a dark brown glaze, resulting in an intricate black-on-white design. The design features two stylized birds, likely peacocks, perched amongst elaborate floral motifs. The bowl is currently on display at The Art Institute of Chicago.