Islamic ArtCeramicsca. 1580–85Blue-ground Ewer with Floral, Tiger-stripe and 'Cintamani' Designs is a ceramics Iznik from Turkey created in ca. 1580–85 using earthenware; polychrome painted under transparent glaze measuring H. 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm) Diam. 5 5/8 in. (14.3 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Earthenware; polychrome painted under transparent glaze |
| Dimensions | H. 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm) Diam. 5 5/8 in. (14.3 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of William B. Osgood Field, 1902 |
| Date | ca. 1580–85 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iznik, Turkey. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Blue-ground Ewer with Floral, Tiger-stripe and 'Cintamani' Designs?
Blue-ground Ewer with Floral, Tiger-stripe and 'Cintamani' Designs is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Blue-ground Ewer with Floral, Tiger-stripe and 'Cintamani' Designs created?
Blue-ground Ewer with Floral, Tiger-stripe and 'Cintamani' Designs dates to ca. 1580–85.
What material is Blue-ground Ewer with Floral, Tiger-stripe and 'Cintamani' Designs made from?
Blue-ground Ewer with Floral, Tiger-stripe and 'Cintamani' Designs is crafted from earthenware; polychrome painted under transparent glaze.
Where does Blue-ground Ewer with Floral, Tiger-stripe and 'Cintamani' Designs originate?
Blue-ground Ewer with Floral, Tiger-stripe and 'Cintamani' Designs originates from Turkey.
Is Blue-ground Ewer with Floral, Tiger-stripe and 'Cintamani' Designs in the public domain?
Blue-ground Ewer with Floral, Tiger-stripe and 'Cintamani' Designs is in the public domain and can be freely used.