Bowl with Inscription, "Sovereignty is God's"
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCeramicslate 9th–early 10th century

Bowl with Inscription, "Sovereignty is God's" is a ceramics Nishapur from Iran created in late 9th–early 10th century using earthenware; white slip with black slip decoration under transparent glaze measuring H. 3 3/4 in. (9.5 cm) Diam. 12 in. (30.5 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumEarthenware; white slip with black slip decoration under transparent glaze
DimensionsH. 3 3/4 in. (9.5 cm) Diam. 12 in. (30.5 cm)
ClassificationCeramics
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1938
Datelate 9th–early 10th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Nishapur, Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Bowl with Inscription, "Sovereignty is God's"?

Bowl with Inscription, "Sovereignty is God's" is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Bowl with Inscription, "Sovereignty is God's" created?

Bowl with Inscription, "Sovereignty is God's" dates to late 9th–early 10th century.

What material is Bowl with Inscription, "Sovereignty is God's" made from?

Bowl with Inscription, "Sovereignty is God's" is crafted from earthenware; white slip with black slip decoration under transparent glaze.

Where does Bowl with Inscription, "Sovereignty is God's" originate?

Bowl with Inscription, "Sovereignty is God's" originates from Iran.

Is Bowl with Inscription, "Sovereignty is God's" in the public domain?

Bowl with Inscription, "Sovereignty is God's" 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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