Islamic ArtJewelryBazuband is a jewelry from Iran or Central Asia using silver, pearls, turquoise, agate, and semi-precious stones or glass; fire filded measuring Ht. 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm) W. 7 1/2 in. (19.1 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver, pearls, turquoise, agate, and semi-precious stones or glass; fire filded |
| Dimensions | Ht. 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm) W. 7 1/2 in. (19.1 cm) |
| Classification | Jewelry |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Marshall and Marilyn R. Wolf, 2015 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran or Central Asia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Bazuband?
Bazuband is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
What material is Bazuband made from?
Bazuband is crafted from silver, pearls, turquoise, agate, and semi-precious stones or glass; fire filded.
Where does Bazuband originate?
Bazuband originates from Iran or Central Asia.
Is Bazuband in the public domain?
Bazuband is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026