An Iznik Arch-form Polychrome Tile, Turkey, circa 1580

the lobed arch decorated in underglaze cobalt blue, light blue and orange with Chinoiserie cloud bands throughout, the frame gilt

In fair condition, clear breaks visible on reverse, with associated restoration and overpainting, notably on surface, some scratches on surface, slightly loose within frame, as viewed.
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Both this and the following lot are comparable to a tile in the Sadberk Hanim Museum (Bilgi 2009, p.326, no.193).