A Timurid blue and white pottery dish, Persia, probably Tabriz, 15th/16th century

of shallow form with bracketed rim, decorated in underglaze cobalt blue with entwined floral stems, design repeated in cavetto, rim with stylised curls, loose leaf motif on exterior, underside with drill holes for suspension and old collection label

In fair condition, hairline cracks throughout glaze with associated discoloration, firing marks and bubbles, some abrasion to external edges, notably to rim and foot, one of drill holes broken and re-drilled, two old collection labels, as viewed.
"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."

This dish is remarkably similar to an example in the Al-Sabah collection, Kuwait, inv. no. LNS 762C, which is attributed by Watson to Tabriz (Watson 2004, p.455). A comparable dish was sold in these rooms, 24 October 2007, lot 160.