
Minneapolis Institute of Art
Vase in the form of a mosque lamp
Joseph-Théodore DeckLinkedCulture matchlcp-39e9a4de4847
- Date
- c. 1870
- Medium
- Tin-glazed earthenware
- Department
- European Art
- Institution
- Minneapolis Institute of Art
- Object ID
- 214
From the Minneapolis Institute of Art record
Théodore Deck's interest and skill in reproducing traditional Persian designs and colors is seen with this vase. It is decorated in arabic lettering and the vivid turquoise blue color often associated with Isnik wares. In fact, the form of this vase is inspired by Islamic mosque lamps made in Syria and Egypt during the 14th century. Ancient objects and motifs from the Middle East proved to be popular sources for decorative objects during the Aesthetic Movement. France, Europe
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- Credit line
- The Christina N. and Swan J. Turnblad Memorial Fund
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