Islamic Ceramic Islamic ceramic Seljuk mouse - 6 cm
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An Islamic Seljuk ceramic mouse figurine with blue glaze, measuring 6 cm high, 5.5 cm wide and 10 cm deep.
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Hand-formed ceramic animal figurine depicting a mouse. These mice are characteristic of the Seljuk period in Iran (12th–13th century), particularly for their glaze and stylized form.
Seljuk art in Iran is known for its major innovations in pottery, especially the use of a siliceous body (or fritware), a mixture of finely ground quartz, glass, and clay that made it possible to create thinner walls and more detailed decoration. The blue hue of these pieces, often described as monochrome or lead glaze, was common. The technique of metallic lustre, in which metal oxides are applied after an initial firing to produce iridescent reflections, was also a highlight of the craftsmanship of the period in Kashan or Ray.
Seljuk artisans produced numerous hand-formed animal figurines, often with simplified yet expressive forms. These objects were not merely decorative; they could serve as toys or talismans.
6 cm high x 10 cm wide x 5.5 cm deep.
In good condition, with a beautiful blue glaze.
Belgian private collection.
No shipping outside Europe.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object is dated by the seller based on style. No further tests, such as a TL test, gemstone tests, pigment analysis, or X-rays, have been carried out to verify the integrity of the piece.
Hand-formed ceramic animal figurine depicting a mouse. These mice are characteristic of the Seljuk period in Iran (12th–13th century), particularly for their glaze and stylized form.
Seljuk art in Iran is known for its major innovations in pottery, especially the use of a siliceous body (or fritware), a mixture of finely ground quartz, glass, and clay that made it possible to create thinner walls and more detailed decoration. The blue hue of these pieces, often described as monochrome or lead glaze, was common. The technique of metallic lustre, in which metal oxides are applied after an initial firing to produce iridescent reflections, was also a highlight of the craftsmanship of the period in Kashan or Ray.
Seljuk artisans produced numerous hand-formed animal figurines, often with simplified yet expressive forms. These objects were not merely decorative; they could serve as toys or talismans.
6 cm high x 10 cm wide x 5.5 cm deep.
In good condition, with a beautiful blue glaze.
Belgian private collection.
No shipping outside Europe.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object is dated by the seller based on style. No further tests, such as a TL test, gemstone tests, pigment analysis, or X-rays, have been carried out to verify the integrity of the piece.
Details
Culture
Islamic
Century/timeframe
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Name of object
Islamic ceramic Seljuk mouse
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Material
Ceramic
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
6 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Width
5.5 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
Depth
10 cm
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Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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