1. Ceramic or pottery items decorated with a metallic luster finish, typically produced in the Middle East or Spain during the medieval period and later in Europe.
Usage: Usually plural; refers to a category of decorative ceramics; Historical and collectible

Examples

• The museum's collection includes several examples of Islamic lustrewares from the 9th century.
• Spanish lustrewares became highly valued among European collectors during the Renaissance.
• The metallic sheen on these lustrewares was achieved through a specialized firing technique.
• Collectors often seek out lustrewares for their distinctive iridescent surface and historical significance.
• The exhibition featured rare lustrewares alongside other medieval decorative arts.