Treasures of Time: A Collection of Antiquities, Islamic & Chinese Art

CINTAMANI IZNIK POTTERY TILE, TEKFUR PALACE, OTTOMAN, TURKEY, 17TH–18TH CENTURY

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Start price: £2,400

Estimated price: £3,000 - £6,000

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This square tile features the iconic Ottoman Cintamani motif, with wavy blue lines radiating from the canter, forming a bold X-shaped pattern. Each corner is decorated with the distinctive round Cintamani symbols in cobalt blue, accompanied by delicate cloud-like motifs and floral accents in green and red. Set against an off-white background, this tile reflects the rich decorative style typical of Iznik ceramics from the period, and it is likely from the Tekfur Palace in Istanbul.

Provenance: Private UK Collection 

Dimensions: 25cm x 25cm