Tile with two figures depicting a duel

Middle Eastern Collection

Accession Nr.: 50.22.1
Type: ceramics
Date of production:
late 19th century
Place of production:
Materials: earthenware
Techniques: underglaze relief design
Dimensions: 26.6 × 17.6 cm
The scene depicts two horsemen fighting each other. They both sit on a white horse, already passing by, and collide with the drawn sabers. In the background a row of houses can be seen, detailed with flowers and other plant patterns.