late 14th-early 15th century
Town probably Manises,
Spain
Spain
Object qualities
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Objecttableware: Plate
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Type of arts & crafts
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MediumTin-glazed earthenware
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SizeOverall: 2 3/4 x 17 11/16 in. (7 x 44.9 cm)
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Geography detailsMade in
Town probably Manises,
Spain -
Country today
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Datelate 14th-early 15th century
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CultureSpanish
Source of information
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Type of sourceDatabase “Metropolitan Museum of Art”
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Fund that the source refers toMetropolitan Museum of Art
Description
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Much early Manisan lusterware was influenced by Islamic designs introduced from Andalucía by immigrant Mudéjar or converted Muslim craftsmen. The central design of this plate is a typical Islamic interlocking star pattern, surrounded by Kufic and pseudo-Kufic script. The back of the plate is emblazoned with a large eagle displayed.