Calligraphic Jug

Jug, white frit ware; tall flaring footring, globular body, tall, wide cylindrical neck, straight handle. On the lower part of the body and neck is a so-called “Jurjan” (“chain”) motif; the upper port of the body has scrollwork in luster, while on the rim there is an illegible cursive script. An “alirz” inscription (lasting glory) is repeated seven times on the handle. Inside the neck is a wide luster painted band with a Kutic inscription below.