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Tiles with a Qur'anic Inscription in Knotted-Style Calligraphy

Ilkhanid dynasty (1256-1353), Early 14th century
Earthenware with carved decoration in a turquoise glaze
27.8 × 2.6 cm (10.9 × 1 in)

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