Glaze Collection

Babylons lion. Lion decorated the Processional Wal (Ishtar Gate). 575 BC. Pergamon Museum. Museum Island. Berlin. Germany

Faience plate painted with a Chinoiserie decoration. C. 1670
Faience plate painted with a Chinoiserie decoration. C.1670-1690. Anonymous. Delft. Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Holland

Spain. Teruel. Tower of Saint Martin
Spain. Teruel. Tower of the Church of Saint Martin. Mudejar. 14th century

Chinese pottery making: potter firing a porcelain plate in a furnace to fix the glaze on it
FLO4590209 Chinese pottery making: potter firing a porcelain plate in a furnace to fix the glaze on it, and a potter firing porcelain plates over an open oven

Chinese potter firing a porcelain plate in a furnace to fix the glaze on it
FLO4727841 Chinese potter firing a porcelain plate in a furnace to fix the glaze on it. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Unterhaltungen aus der Naturgeschichte

Fahua wares from the Ming to Qing dynasty
2911146 Fahua wares from the Ming to Qing dynasty; (add.info.: Fahua wares from the Ming to Qing dynasty. Dated 17th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Figure of a Groom (earthenware glaze)
1574132 Figure of a Groom (earthenware glaze); (add.info.: Figure of a Groom in Central Asian groom's attire, Tang dynasty, ca. late 7th-first half of the 8th century)

Summer night at Tönning, 1893. Creator: Johan Rohde
Summer night at Tonning, 1893

Frog Scaraboid with Human Depictions on the Base, Probably 6th-13th Dynasty (2374-1665). Creator: Unknown
Frog Scaraboid with Human Depictions on the Base (image 2 of 2), Probably 6th-13th Dynasty (2374-1665)

Shabti, 26th Dynasty-Ptolemaic Period (664-304 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Shabti, 26th Dynasty-Ptolemaic Period (664-304 BCE)

Torso or Upper Body with Hand to Mouth, Late Period (724-333 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Torso or Upper Body with Hand to Mouth, Late Period (724-333 BCE)

Bottle-shaped Vase, 1889-1896. Creator: James Callowhill
Bottle-shaped Vase, 1889-1896. This watercolour was commissioned by William T. Walters to serve as one of the models for colour lithographs used to illustrate "Oriental Ceramic Art

Faience Scarab Depicting a Human Figure (image 1 of 2), Perhaps 12th-16th Dynasty (1991-1600 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Faience Scarab Depicting a Human Figure (image 1 of 2), Perhaps 12th-16th Dynasty (1991-1600 BCE)

Funerary Sculpture of a Soldier (image 1 of 3), between 581 and 618. Creator: Unknown
Funerary Sculpture of a Soldier (image 1 of 3), between 581 and 618

Monks in Mountain Caves Copying Sacred Texts, c.1791. Creator: Unknown
Monks in Mountain Caves Copying Sacred Texts, c.1791

Monks in a Temple Holding the Third Buddhist Council, c.1791. Creator: Unknown
Monks in a Temple Holding the Third Buddhist Council, c.1791

Octopus Form Box, Late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Octopus Form Box, Late 19th century

Roly-Poly Daruma, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Roly-Poly Daruma, 19th century

Okame, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Okame, 19th century

Owl, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Owl, 19th century

Plaque, 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Plaque, 8th century

The Buonafede Nativity (image 1 of 2), c.1520. Creators: Benedetto Buglioni, Santi Buglioni
The Buonafede Nativity (image 1 of 2), c.1520

Boar's Head Tureen and Stand, c.1750. Creator: Unknown
Boar's Head Tureen and Stand, c.1750

Funerary Sculpture of a Soldier, between 581 and 618. Creator: Unknown
Funerary Sculpture of a Soldier, between 581 and 618

Funerary Sculpture of a Pair of Soldiers, between 581 and 618. Creator: Unknown
Funerary Sculpture of a Pair of Soldiers, between 581 and 618

Funerary Sculpture of a Soldier (image 3 of 3), between 581 and 618. Creator: Unknown
Funerary Sculpture of a Soldier (image 3 of 3), between 581 and 618

Funerary Sculpture of a Bactrian Camel, between c.700 and c.800. Creator: Unknown
Funerary Sculpture of a Bactrian Camel, between c.700 and c.800

Funerary Sculpture of a Horse, between c.700 and c.800. Creator: Unknown
Funerary Sculpture of a Horse, between c.700 and c.800

Funerary Sculpture of a Horse, between c.700 and c.800. Creator: Unknown
Funerary Sculpture of a Horse, between c.700 and c.800

Funerary Sculpture of a Pair of Officials, between c.700 and c.800. Creator: Unknown
Funerary Sculpture of a Pair of Officials, between c.700 and c.800

Kitchen Chamber with Kitchen (image 1 of 2), between c.1450 and c.1550. Creator: Unknown
Kitchen Chamber with Kitchen (image 1 of 2), between c.1450 and c.1550

Funerary Sculpture of a Stove, 25-220. Creator: Unknown
Funerary Sculpture of a Stove, 25-220

Ewer in the Form of a Parrot, between c.960 and c.1000. Creator: Unknown
Ewer in the Form of a Parrot, between c.960 and c.1000

San Giovanni di Capistrano (image 1 of 2), c.1550. Creator: Santi Buglioni
San Giovanni di Capistrano (image 1 of 2), c.1550

Pitcher, c. 1938. Creator: J. J. Neill
Pitcher, c. 1938

Ewer - Fulton Steamboat, c. 1940. Creator: George Yanosko
Ewer - Fulton Steamboat, c. 1940

Cup, c. 1938. Creator: Edward White
Cup, c. 1938

Teapot, c. 1938. Creator: Edward White
Teapot, c. 1938

Economy Redware Jug, c. 1937. Creator: Edward White
Economy Redware Jug, c. 1937

Bowl, c. 1938. Creator: Edward White
Bowl, c. 1938

Sugar Bowl, c. 1936. Creator: Edward White
Sugar Bowl, c. 1936

Teapot, c. 1938. Creator: Edward White
Teapot, c. 1938

Pitcher, c. 1936. Creator: Edward White
Pitcher, c. 1936

White Glazed Porcelain Pitcher, c. 1940. Creator: Paul Ward
White Glazed Porcelain Pitcher, c. 1940

Jug, c. 1936. Creator: John Dana
Jug, c. 1936

Pa. German Gravy Boat, c. 1938. Creator: Elmer G Anderson
Pa. German Gravy Boat, c. 1938

Bizen, section of sheet no. 14 from the series "Cutout Pictures of the Provinces...", 1852
Bizen, section of sheet no. 14 from the series "Cutout Pictures of the Provinces (Kunizukushi harimaze zue)", 1852

Jar with Vertical Ribs, Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 B.C.-A.D. 668), Silla... 7th century. Creator: Unknown
Jar with Vertical Ribs, Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 B.C.-A.D. 668), Silla kingdom (57 B.C.-A.D. 935), 7th century

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"Unveiling the Artistry of Glaze: From Babylon's Lion to Chinoiserie Decorations" Step into a world where glaze reigns supreme, as we explore its captivating journey through time and cultures. Babylon's lion, majestically adorned with intricate glaze patterns, once graced the Processional Wall of Ishtar, leaving us in awe of ancient craftsmanship. Transporting us to 17th-century Spain, a faience plate delicately painted with enchanting Chinoiserie decorations showcases the fusion of Eastern and Western influences. As early morning sunshine bathes Teruel's Tower of Saint Martin, its glazed tiles shimmer with an ethereal glow, whispering tales from centuries past. In a Royal Doulton Potteries advertisement, vibrant hues dance across meticulously glazed pottery pieces - a testament to the mastery achieved by skilled artisans. Witness Alfred Meakin expertly placing white tiles for firing before dipping them in glaze; their transformation into dazzling works of art is nothing short of magical. Gika-Gika Pottery unveils unique creations that push boundaries and challenge conventional aesthetics; their avant-garde approach breathes new life into traditional techniques. A Bellarmine Jug from Germany captures our attention with its distinctive shape and rich glaze finish - an embodiment of European ceramic heritage at its finest. Islamic pottery transports us to Taifor as we marvel at a horse-adorned plate. Its lustrous glaze highlights every brushstroke, telling stories steeped in history and culture. Yinse He's seal paste box reveals peachbloom-glazed ceramic perfection - an exquisite blend of elegance and functionality that has stood the test of time. And just when you thought your journey had reached its end. . donuts. Delightfully glazed treats temptingly beckon from the top shelf - indulgence made irresistible. From ancient civilizations to modern confections, glaze continues to captivate our senses, transforming ordinary objects into extraordinary works of art.