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A green ceramic cup with a small, circular handle and carved floral details along its side. The cup’s walls come inward like waves. There is wear throughout the piece to show tan clay.

Lobed Cup with Handle

Islamic

Early Islamic period, probably Iraq or Iran. The lobes of the cup bear well-defined palmettes and foliate scrolls, and are outlined with beaded borders.

Earthenware, molded under monochrome lead glaze

Umayyad period

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