Plant-decorated jug, Iran, Kashan, early 13th century Baluster-shaped on a small pedestal, the straight, then angled handle links the globular body to a wide cylindrical neck. Siliceous ceramic with underglaze painted decoration of alternating plant stems and blue and black tongues. Height: 16 cm Slight restorations, small missing foot. A Syrian Pottery Pitcher, Raqqa, early 13th century