Bowl, Earthenware with White slip and Polychrome Decoration.
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCeramics11th century

Bowl, Earthenware with White slip and Polychrome Decoration. is a ceramics Gurgan from Iran created in 11th century using earthenware; white slip with polychrome slip decoration under transparent glaze measuring H. 4 7/16 in. (11.3 cm) Diam. 11 5/8 in. (29.5 cm) Wt. 37.4… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumEarthenware; white slip with polychrome slip decoration under transparent glaze
DimensionsH. 4 7/16 in. (11.3 cm) Diam. 11 5/8 in. (29.5 cm) Wt. 37.4 oz. (1060.4 g
ClassificationCeramics
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Lester Wolfe, 1965
Date11th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Gurgan, Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Bowl, Earthenware with White slip and Polychrome Decoration.?

Bowl, Earthenware with White slip and Polychrome Decoration. is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Bowl, Earthenware with White slip and Polychrome Decoration. created?

Bowl, Earthenware with White slip and Polychrome Decoration. dates to 11th century.

What material is Bowl, Earthenware with White slip and Polychrome Decoration. made from?

Bowl, Earthenware with White slip and Polychrome Decoration. is crafted from earthenware; white slip with polychrome slip decoration under transparent glaze.

Where does Bowl, Earthenware with White slip and Polychrome Decoration. originate?

Bowl, Earthenware with White slip and Polychrome Decoration. originates from Iran.

Is Bowl, Earthenware with White slip and Polychrome Decoration. in the public domain?

Bowl, Earthenware with White slip and Polychrome Decoration. is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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