Ancient flask / Persian ceramic from the Qajar period, 18th century

Ancient flacon in siliceous ceramic with lead glaze, from the Qajar period (18th century) in the style of Iznik productions. Rectangular in shape with a short flared neck, it is adorned with a delicate polychrome floral decoration painted by hand: large stylised blue and pink flowers, green foliage, and yellow highlights, on a cracked beige background. The lead glaze exhibits a beautiful old patina with a natural network of crazing, attesting to its authenticity and age. This antique piece shows some signs of wear, including a vertical crack on one side, small losses of glaze at the edges, wear to the edges and corners, and natural crazing of the glaze. Origin: Persia/Turkey. Period: 18th century, Qajar period. Material: siliceous ceramic with lead glaze. Decoration: floral, hand-painted.