Islamic ArtCeramicslate 12th–early 13th centuryBowl with Musicians in a Garden is a ceramics from Iran created in late 12th–early 13th century using stonepaste; glazed in opaque white, luster-painted measuring H. 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm) Diam. 8 3/8 in. (21.3 cm) Wt. 16.5… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stonepaste; glazed in opaque white, luster-painted |
| Dimensions | H. 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm) Diam. 8 3/8 in. (21.3 cm) Wt. 16.5 oz. (467.8 g) |
| Classification | Ceramics |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | H. O. Havemeyer Collection, Bequest of Horace Havemeyer, 1956 |
| Date | late 12th–early 13th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Bowl with Musicians in a Garden?
Bowl with Musicians in a Garden is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Bowl with Musicians in a Garden created?
Bowl with Musicians in a Garden dates to late 12th–early 13th century.
What material is Bowl with Musicians in a Garden made from?
Bowl with Musicians in a Garden is crafted from stonepaste; glazed in opaque white, luster-painted.
Where does Bowl with Musicians in a Garden originate?
Bowl with Musicians in a Garden originates from Iran.
Is Bowl with Musicians in a Garden in the public domain?
Bowl with Musicians in a Garden is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026