Hispano-Moresque
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The Hispano-Moresque ware is a term referring to an Islamic pottery style created in Andalusia.
Around 711, the Moors conquered Spain and the ceramics they produced introduced two techniques to Europe: glazing with an opaque white tin glaze, and painting in metallic lusters. Málaga is southern Spain was particularly celebrated for its gold lustrewares in the 14th century; Valencia and its suburbs Manises and Paterna also became important centres.
Alberelli and luster dishes with coats of arms were made for rich Italians and Spanish. The Moors were expelled from Spain in the early seventeenth century, but the Hispano-Moresque style survived in the province of Valencia. Later wares usually have a coarse reddish-buff body, dark blue decoration and luster.
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- A Potted History of Hispano-Moresque
- Met Museum Parade Helmet in Hispano-Moresque Style
