A RARE IMPORTANT ZANGID-MARBLE BOWL DECORATED WITH VINES AND POMEGRANATES AND QUR’ANIC INSCRIPTIONS

PERIOD
12th Century
ORIGIN
Jazira Syria
DIMENSIONS
15×15 Cm
DESCRIPTION:
On a raised foot, the basin with four rounded projections, the rim with a band of floriated Qur’anic inscriptions on a scrolling ground, and the body with an intricate design of pomegranates and vines split-palmette intertwine additionally interior is carved with the Star of David. 
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PROVENANCE:
Private collection in Monaco
CERTIFICATE:
Comes with a certificate from the Art Loss Register
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