A conversation between Dr. Lauren Kilroy-Ewbank and Dr. Steven Zucker in front of a lusterware dish, second half of the 15th century, tin-glazed and luster-painted earthenware, made in Valencia, Spain, 38.4 cm diameter (The Metropolitan Museum of Art)
A stunning large Islamic influenced Hispano – Moresque deep charger. These wares were first produced by the Moorish settlers in southern Spain especially around Valencia in the 12th century. Earthenware and typically having a deep cream ground and tin glazed copper lustre decoration. This piece has a central mythical creature, a Lamassu, prevalent in many Eastern cultures. It is surrounded by Islamic influenced decorations such as the palm leaf and scrolling foliate forms. This piece probably dates to the mid 19th century and was made with an integral hanging lug to the reverse so it could be displayed on a wall. Presented in very good antique condition with minor age related wear, some nibbles to the rim of the charger. Please refer to photos.
Dimensions; Diameter 35 cm or 13.7 inches. Weight 1.6 kg or 1028 pennyweight.
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Hispano-Moresque ware
Hispano-Moresque ware is a style of initially Islamic pottery created in Al Andalus or Muslim Spain, which continued to be produced under Christian rule in styles blending Islamic and European elements.
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