Bowl Ilkhanid Dynasty (1256–1353) , late 13th/early 14th century

This anonymous bowl, created during the Ilkhanid Dynasty in Persia, is a fine example of the period's artistic style. The bowl features a central motif of a gazelle, framed by a circular band of stylized foliage, in shades of blue, green, and yellow against a golden background. The Ilkhanid period saw a flourishing of artistic production, with ceramicists experimenting with innovative techniques and designs. This bowl, with its intricate decoration and delicate brushwork, exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship that characterized this era.