Ca. 9th-10th century AD. A pottery bowl, showcasing the exceptional artistry and beauty of Islamic ceramic production in Nishapur during the medieval period. The bowl's body rests gracefully on a low concave foot, flaring upward to create an elegantly shaped vessel that is as functional as it is beautiful. The bowl is decorated with splashes of green and brown, that create an abstract pattern that is both mesmerizing and enchanting, drawing the viewer in with its vibrant energy and dynamic movement. Nishapur was one of the most important centers of ceramic production in the Islamic world during the medieval period, and its ceramic artists were renowned for their technical mastery and creative innovation. The use of glazes and decorative techniques, such as splashing and sgraffito, was a hallmark of Nishapuri ceramics, and this bowl is a prime example of the artistic excellence that was achieved during this period.Size: L:80mm / W:190mm ; 705gProvenance: Property of a London Islamic art specialist collector; previously in a collection formed since the 1980s.