The introduction of clay incorporating quartz - so-called "frit" or stonepaste - was a major innovation that allowed ceramicists to create pottery and objects with thin walls that were still resistant.
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Title: Bowl with fish
Creator: Unknown
Creator Lifespan: 12th century AD - 13th century AD
Date: 12th century AD - 13th century AD
Location Created: Iran
Physical Dimensions: w19 x h9 cm
Object Hegira dates: 6th-7th century
Key-words: Ceramic, pottery, Seljuk
Dynasties: Seljuk
Type: Vessels
Rights: All Rights Reserved - MAO Museo d'Arte Orientale, Turin
Medium: Frit body, black decoration under turquoise glaze
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