An Iznik polychrome pottery tile with vase, tulips, roses and carnations, Turkey, circa 1600

decorated in underglaze dark blue, viridian green and bole red with dark brown outlines, floral vase with tulips, roses and carnations, drill hole for hanging

27.2 by 27.5cm.

Condition Report:
The colours bright, vertical hairline crack running down from mid-section to lower edge with associated discoloration, further areas with discoloration, hairline scratches, drill hole to top for hanging, some abrasion around edges, as viewed.

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