Woodburned plaque; wooden home decor; Arabic Kufic script; Medieval Islamic art; historical art; Historian Gift; Teacher Gift; Wood 2024 Wall Art

The Joy Bird - A Woodburned Plaque With A Fatimid Bird Motif And Arabic Kufic Inscription From A 12th Century Ceramic Bowl

Technique: Pyrography
Material: Wood - Basswood
Dimensions: Approx. Approximately 10 inch diameter; 2 inches depth
Finish: Polyurethane (surface) Glaze (sides)


Try your luck with this bold yet elegant good luck charm. This 'joy bird' is surrounded by beautiful Arabic inscriptions bearing well wishes to the owner of this woodburned basswood plaque. The medieval motif of the bird and the inscription originates from a ceramic bowl made in Fatimid Egypt in the 12th century. Bowls with inscriptions around the rim with an 2024 animal motif in the center were very common in medieval Islamic pottery. We have brought this amazing design to this 10" round basswood plaque in order to bring joy and luck to your home or office space.

This product is made to order and the work you will receive will closely resemble the piece in the pictures above. Let us know if you have any questions.