Bidspirit auction | A Glazed Ceramic Chess Piece,


A Glazed Ceramic Chess Piece, Possibly Fatimid 12th Century. A ceramic chess piece of domed form, decorated with scrolling motifs in relief around the sides and a central raised pattern to the front. The surface displays a deep, dark glaze with lighter-toned detailing highlighting the design. The piece has a compact rounded shape with subtle incised decoration running around its body. H: Approximately 4.5cm Provenance: From a distinguished European private collection.