Bowl with a Majlis Scene by a Pond
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCeramicsdated A.H. 582/ A.D. 1186

By Abu Zayd al-Kashani

Bowl with a Majlis Scene by a Pond is a ceramics from Iran created in dated A.H. 582/ A.D. 1186 using stonepaste; glazed in opaque turquoise, polychrome in-glaze- and overglaze-… measuring H. 3 3/16 in. (8.1 cm) Diam. 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm) Wt. 15.2… attributed to Abu Zayd al-Kashani — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStonepaste; glazed in opaque turquoise, polychrome in-glaze- and overglaze- painted
DimensionsH. 3 3/16 in. (8.1 cm) Diam. 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm) Wt. 15.2 oz. (431 g)
ClassificationCeramics
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineFletcher Fund, 1964
Datedated A.H. 582/ A.D. 1186

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Bowl with a Majlis Scene by a Pond?

Bowl with a Majlis Scene by a Pond is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Bowl with a Majlis Scene by a Pond created?

Bowl with a Majlis Scene by a Pond dates to dated A.H. 582/ A.D. 1186.

What material is Bowl with a Majlis Scene by a Pond made from?

Bowl with a Majlis Scene by a Pond is crafted from stonepaste; glazed in opaque turquoise, polychrome in-glaze- and overglaze- painted.

Where does Bowl with a Majlis Scene by a Pond originate?

Bowl with a Majlis Scene by a Pond originates from Iran.

Is Bowl with a Majlis Scene by a Pond in the public domain?

Bowl with a Majlis Scene by a Pond 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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