by Conservation
1/7/2021
behind the scenes , lusterware , islamic ceramics , objects conservation , ceramics conservation , conservation
This bowl, from Iraq, is a beautiful example of lusterware. Luster is an iridescent effect produced by metallic oxides in the overglaze.
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