Islamic ArtCeramicsdated A.H. 607/A.D. 1210Bowl with Dragons is a ceramics from Iran created in dated A.H. 607/A.D. 1210 using stonepaste; glazed in opaque white, luster-painted, part of the inscription… measuring H. 4 1/4 in. (10.8 cm) Diam. 8 7/16 in. (21.4 cm) Wt. 15.3… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stonepaste; glazed in opaque white, luster-painted, part of the inscription scratched in luster |
| Dimensions | H. 4 1/4 in. (10.8 cm) Diam. 8 7/16 in. (21.4 cm) Wt. 15.3 oz. (433.8 g) |
| Classification | Ceramics |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1961 |
| Date | dated A.H. 607/A.D. 1210 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Bowl with Dragons?
Bowl with Dragons is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Bowl with Dragons created?
Bowl with Dragons dates to dated A.H. 607/A.D. 1210.
What material is Bowl with Dragons made from?
Bowl with Dragons is crafted from stonepaste; glazed in opaque white, luster-painted, part of the inscription scratched in luster.
Where does Bowl with Dragons originate?
Bowl with Dragons originates from Iran.
Is Bowl with Dragons in the public domain?
Bowl with Dragons is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026