Ceramics of Iran

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Islamic Pottery from the Sarikhani Collection

By Oliver Watson

Summary

Ceramics of Iran presents a richly illustrated exploration of over 1,000 years of Persian Islamic pottery, showcasing a broad selection from one of the most distinguished collections of Iranian art. Featuring more than 500 illustrations and authoritative technical essays, it offers detailed commentary and translations of inscriptions, enriching readers' understanding of Iran’s ceramic heritage. The volume includes new research and photography of nearly 250 objects, situating Persian ceramics within a wider historical and cultural context.
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Essential reading for enthusiasts of Iranian art, ceramics, Islamic history, and cultural heritage scholars seeking a comprehensive and visually rich reference on Persian pottery.

A beautifully illustrated showcase of the rich and varied ceramic tradition of Iran

Description

Ceramics of Iran is a beautifully illustrated showcase of the rich and varied ceramic tradition of Iran, featuring a broad selection of objects from one of the most distinguished collections of Iranian art. This volume brings together over 1,000 years of Persian Islamic pottery.

With more than 500 illustrations, authoritative technical treatises, and insightful commentary, Ceramics of Iran assembles a collection of rarely seen treasures from the Persian world and presents a collective history of its renowned ceramic tradition.

Included among its comprehensive catalogue entries are numerous translations of the objects’ inscriptions, providing readers with a richer and more detailed understanding of the cultural heritage from which these items are derived. In addition, the book contains new research and material from previously unknown sites.

Featuring all new photography of nearly 250 objects, Ceramics of Iran brings the extraordinary contributions of Persian art into a wider historical context, along with a wealth of images to demonstrate the full scope of its intricate beauty.

Distributed for the Sarikhani Collection.

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Praised for its lavish illustrations and scholarly depth, Ceramics of Iran is described by Apollo Magazine as a detailed and lavishly illustrated guide to a private collection spanning more than a millennium. Marina Vaizey of V&A Magazine regards it as an outstanding publication with new photography and extensive commentary that brings unfamiliar art to light. HALI highlights the book's beautiful design and predicts it will become a key reference on Iranian glazed ceramics from the Islamic period.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780300254280

Publisher: Yale University Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 October 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Yale University Press

Illustration: 530 color + b-w illus.

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 241.0mm

Height: 298.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 528

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About the Author

Oliver Watson is emeritus professor of Islamic art and architecture at the University of Oxford.