A rare Raqqa turquoise-glazed jar, Syria, early 13th century

the frit body of compressed globular form on a short narrow foot, with everted rounded rim, painted in underglaze black with a turquoise glaze, the body with a hatched design of vertical and horizontal stripes, minor and major bands above and below

This jar is notable for its elegant form and striking minimalist decoration embodying the true genius of the Raqqa potters.