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Bowl in gold and turquoise from Persia
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Bowl in gold and turquoise from Persia
Bowl in gold and turquoise from Persia and plate with floral pattern from Rhodes. Hand-finished chromolithograph from Ris Paquots General History of Ancient French and Foreign Glazed Pottery, Chez l Auteur, Paris, 1874
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This image showcases two exquisite pieces of historical tableware from different regions: a gold and turquoise bowl from Persia, and a plate adorned with a floral pattern from the Greek island of Rhodes. The Persian bowl, with its intricate gold decorations and vibrant turquoise glaze, is a testament to the rich artistic traditions of ancient Iran. The gold work is meticulously crafted, with delicate filigree designs and elegant scrollwork, creating a stunning contrast against the deep, cool hue of the turquoise glaze. The Rhodes plate, on the other hand, displays a beautiful floral pattern, typical of the Greek island's ceramic heritage. The hand-finished chromolithograph, created by Ris Paquot in Paris in 1874, captures the essence of these two unique pieces with remarkable accuracy and detail. Chromolithography, a popular printing technique during the late 19th century, allowed for the mass production of high-quality, colorful images, making these beautiful works of art accessible to a wider audience. The Persian bowl and the Rhodes plate, despite their differences in origin and design, complement each other beautifully in this image. The juxtaposition of the bold, geometric gold patterns on the Persian bowl and the delicate, organic floral patterns on the Rhodes plate highlights the rich cultural exchange that took place during the ancient world. This image serves as a reminder of the enduring beauty and historical significance of these ancient ceramic traditions.
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