Bowl with Arabic Inscription, "Blessing, prosperity, well-being, happiness"
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCeramicslate 10th–11th century

Bowl with Arabic Inscription, "Blessing, prosperity, well-being, happiness" is a ceramics Nishapur|probably Samarqand from Iran|present-day Uzbekistan created in late 10th–11th century using earthenware; white slip with polychrome slip decoration under transparent glaze measuring Max Diam. 14 in. (35.6 cm) H. 4 1/4 (10.8 cm) — 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
DimensionsMax Diam. 14 in. (35.6 cm) H. 4 1/4 (10.8 cm)
ClassificationCeramics
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1940
Datelate 10th–11th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Nishapur|probably Samarqand, Iran|present-day Uzbekistan. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Bowl with Arabic Inscription, "Blessing, prosperity, well-being, happiness"?

Bowl with Arabic Inscription, "Blessing, prosperity, well-being, happiness" is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Bowl with Arabic Inscription, "Blessing, prosperity, well-being, happiness" created?

Bowl with Arabic Inscription, "Blessing, prosperity, well-being, happiness" dates to late 10th–11th century.

What material is Bowl with Arabic Inscription, "Blessing, prosperity, well-being, happiness" made from?

Bowl with Arabic Inscription, "Blessing, prosperity, well-being, happiness" is crafted from earthenware; white slip with polychrome slip decoration under transparent glaze.

Where does Bowl with Arabic Inscription, "Blessing, prosperity, well-being, happiness" originate?

Bowl with Arabic Inscription, "Blessing, prosperity, well-being, happiness" originates from Iran|present-day Uzbekistan.

Is Bowl with Arabic Inscription, "Blessing, prosperity, well-being, happiness" in the public domain?

Bowl with Arabic Inscription, "Blessing, prosperity, well-being, happiness" 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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