Gazar Gah (Herat, Western Afghanistan). Shrine of Khwajah Abdullah Ansari, built by Shah Rukh, 1428. Main iwan. Various faience techniques. Photographer: Byron, Robert
Nain (Central Persia). Masjid-i-Jami, early 10th century. Brick and stucco. Pillar, stucco ornament of spandrel over arch leading to sanctuary. Photographer: Byron, Robert
Nain (Central Persia). Masjid-i-Jami, early 10th century. Brick and stucco. Pillar, stucco ornament on soffits of arches in sanctuary. Photographer: Byron, Robert
Nain (Central Persia). Masjid-i-Jami, early 10th century. Brick and stucco. Pillar, stucco ornament on soffit of arches in sanctuary. Photographer: Byron, Robert
Shiraz. Masjid-i-Jami, built of stone 876, restored in brick 1449. External angle-tower. Stone base, brick and faience above. Photographer: Byron, Robert
Shiraz. Masjid-i-Jami, built of stone 876, restored in brick 1449. External angle-tower. Stone base, brick and faience above. Photographer: Byron, Robert