Lot Essay
The inscription includes text from the Qu'ran, surat al-kafirun (CIX), 1-4 and two dates, one rabi, al-akhir 738/November 1337 A.D. and the other 738/1337-8 A.D.
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Details
Three star and cross tiles, Iran, 13th/14th century
comprising a lustre, cobalt and turquoise star tile with central bird within inscription border, a simlar composite floral star tile, and a composite moulded turquoise glazed cross tile with radiating floral sprays, mounted together each approx. 8¼in. (21cm.) across. (3)
comprising a lustre, cobalt and turquoise star tile with central bird within inscription border, a simlar composite floral star tile, and a composite moulded turquoise glazed cross tile with radiating floral sprays, mounted together each approx. 8¼in. (21cm.) across. (3)
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