Vase with Arabic inscription

anoniem, anoniem, anonymous, anonymous, c. 1506 - c. 1521

The rare shape of this vase probably represents two butterflies, symbols of good fortune, placed one above the other. Its Arabic inscription reads ‘May Allah honour his kingdom with prosperity until the end of time.’ The vase was made for the Muslim community in China or as export ware for the Islamic market.

  • Artwork typevase
  • Object numberAK-RAK-1973-16
  • Dimensionslength 13 cm x width 9.8 cm, height 24.8 cm
  • Physical characteristicsPorcelain with underglaze blue decoration