Dish Late 12th/early 13th century

This 13th-century ceramic dish, a prime example of lustreware, displays a figure seated amidst intricate, stylized floral designs. The intricate design is created using a metallic luster technique, which involves applying metallic oxides over a white glaze and then firing the piece in a low-oxygen environment. This technique resulted in the unique iridescence that adds a luminous quality to the dish. The dish was likely used for serving and adds to our understanding of ceramic artistry during the 13th century in the Middle East.