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1936

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Tile (Iran), possibly 17th century

This is a tile. It is dated possibly 17th century and we acquired it in 1936. Its medium is glass-glazed earthenware, underglaze decoration. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Montgomery Hare. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Montgomery Hare.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 1.8 x 10.8 x 17.3 cm (11/16 x 4 1/4 x 6 13/16 in.)

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Tile (Iran), possibly 17th century; glass-glazed earthenware, underglaze decoration; H x W x D: 1.8 x 10.8 x 17.3 cm (11/16 x 4 1/4 x 6 13/16 in.); Gift of Mrs. Montgomery Hare; 1936-51-4

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