present-day Uzbekistan · 10th century

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Bowl is a ceramics possibly Samarqand from present-day Uzbekistan created in 10th century using stonepaste; dark red engobe, underglaze painted, clear colorless glaze measuring H. 2 3/16 in. (5.6 cm) Diam. 4 5/16 in. (11 cm) Wt. 4.4 oz… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStonepaste; dark red engobe, underglaze painted, clear colorless glaze
DimensionsH. 2 3/16 in. (5.6 cm) Diam. 4 5/16 in. (11 cm) Wt. 4.4 oz. (124.8 g)
ClassificationCeramics
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Charles K. Wilkinson, 1975
Date10th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: possibly Samarqand, present-day Uzbekistan. Flag of Uzbekistan

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Bowl?

Bowl is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Bowl created?

Bowl dates to 10th century.

What material is Bowl made from?

Bowl is crafted from stonepaste; dark red engobe, underglaze painted, clear colorless glaze.

Where does Bowl originate?

Bowl originates from present-day Uzbekistan.

Is Bowl in the public domain?

Bowl 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

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