Ca. 1000-1100 AD. An earthenware bowl of typical conical shape on a short circular foot providing stability. The bold black inscriptions in a floriated and knotted pseudo-Kufic calligraphic script decorate the inner side of the bowl, forming an intricate pattern that is as mesmerizing as it is awe-inspiring. The white and black slip decoration under transparent glaze is a hallmark of Nishapuri pottery, and this bowl is no exception. The contrast between the white background and the black inscriptions creates a sense of depth and dimensionality that is breathtaking to behold. The calligraphic script itself is a work of art, with its intricate knots and flourishes forming a pattern that is both elegant and refined. For a similar, see The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait National Museum, LNS 1093 C.Size: L:95mm / W:285mm ; 740gProvenance: Private London collection; ex. UK art market prior to 2000.