A Large Nishapur Calligraphic Dish, Central Asia, 10th century

of shallow form with narrow steeply flaring rim resting on a short foot, painted in black slip on a cream slip ground with a single line of kufic calligraphy with a small one-word inscription in red in a knotted cartouche, a single dot in the centre

complete but with breaks and repairs, touching in along break lines and over areas of glaze loss
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

inscriptions
Round the wall in black:

al-jud min akhlaq ahl al-janna al-salama

'Generosity is a disposition of the dwellers of Paradise. Well-being'

In red, one word: Undeciphered.