Hoopoe bird
Place of OriginIran
Dateapprox. 1200-1300
MaterialsGlazed fritware with underglaze painting
DimensionsH. 7 1/2 in x W. 7 in x D. 3 in, H. 19 cm x W. 18 cm x D. 7.6 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60P2197
DepartmentWest Asian Art
ClassificationsCeramics
On View
Not on viewThis hoopoe bird figure was broken and repaired at the neck. The crest, beak, and rear of the base are plaster replacements painted to match the original glaze. Other than this, the bird contains all its original parts and is historically correct.
approx. 1200-1220
approx. 1200-1300
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approx. 1200-1300
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approx. 1200-1300
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