Islamic ArtCeramics12th centuryBowl with a Sphinx is a ceramics Raqqa from Syria created in 12th century using stonepaste; underglaze-painted, transparent, colorless-greenish glaze measuring H. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm) Diam. 11 in. (27.9 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stonepaste; underglaze-painted, transparent, colorless-greenish glaze |
| Dimensions | H. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm) Diam. 11 in. (27.9 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1913 |
| Date | 12th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Raqqa, Syria. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Bowl with a Sphinx?
Bowl with a Sphinx is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Bowl with a Sphinx created?
Bowl with a Sphinx dates to 12th century.
What material is Bowl with a Sphinx made from?
Bowl with a Sphinx is crafted from stonepaste; underglaze-painted, transparent, colorless-greenish glaze.
Where does Bowl with a Sphinx originate?
Bowl with a Sphinx originates from Syria.
Is Bowl with a Sphinx in the public domain?
Bowl with a Sphinx is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026