IRAN, Qâdjâr dynasty, late 19th century - Lot 78

IRAN, Qâdjâr dynasty, late 19th century Set of eight polychrome enameled siliceous clay facing tiles, seven of them molded in relief, decorated with figures in landscapes on a midnight-blue background, with cartouches featuring inscriptions in farci, relating to the town of Fermaïne (?) : - two with frieze of pink flower scrolls on white background: Hermit holding begging bowl and axe - Dancing musician. In the musician's cartouche, mention of "Mohamed Ali". 25.6 x 17.7 cm or 25.5 x 18 cm. - two with frieze of blue flower scrolls on a white background: Woman on a dromedary - Falconer on horseback. 25.5 x16.8 cm - 26 x 17.5 cm. - three with frieze of blue or pink flower scrolls and birds on white background: Man and musician - two falconers. 25.5 x 17.3 cm [trace of white paint on one edge] - 25.5 x 13.3 cm [matte enamel] - 22.5 x 16.5 cm. - one with woman in bust holding a flower. Blue ribbon frame. 20 x 19.4 cm. Upper left corner formerly restored. = cracks in the glaze, small chips and chips. Is the inscription "Mohamed Ali" in a cartouche on the tile of the Musician Dancer a signature that may correspond to that of the Persian potter Ali Muhammad? He was based in Isfahan and was active at the end of the 19th century. He exported much of his work to Europe, notably England, where it is well represented in the Victoria & Albert Museum collection.